The Dallas County Commissioners approved changes to the Small Business Enterprise (SBE) program policy that allow a larger amount of certified small businesses to participate in county contract opportunities. 

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The biggest change removes the 20 percent small business threshold and the personal net worth cap requirements. 

“This change will help streamline the solicitation process and allow prime contractors to develop highly-experienced SBE teams,” QUOTE SOMEONE. 

The Commissioners approved changes on Aug. 20, 2019, and County SBEs will be able to take advantage of the changes WHEN?