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Investing in equitable growth within Philadelphia’s public works landscape.
What is SupplyPHL?
SupplyPHL supports diverse procurement in two ways:
Provide business advisory services and access to capital as well as facilitate the necessary relationships to secure and successfully complete contracts.
Serves as a long-term partner to ensure firms continue to grow and remain successful by providing continuous access to our existing services and networks.
SupplyPHL is a public/private partnership that enhances the capabilities of Historically Disadvantaged Businesses to engage in public works projects in Philadelphia.
Three nonprofits - The Economy League of Greater Philadelphia, Urban League of Philadelphia, and The Enterprise Center – and The City of Philadelphia are working together to recruit and prepare these Historically Disadvantaged Businesses as they compete for Public Works contracts.
Empowering Historically Disadvantaged Businesses for a Stronger Philadelphia
At SupplyPHL, our mission is to support historically disadvantaged businesses, enhancing their capabilities to engage in public works projects in Philadelphia. Our program is dedicated to creating a more inclusive economic landscape, where these businesses are not just participants, but key drivers of growth. By connecting them with major procurement opportunities and fostering an environment of support and growth, we aim to build businesses and contribute to a flourishing local economy.
Jobs and Industries Growing with BIL Funding
Prime Contractors: Highway, Street, Bridge, Commercial and Institutional Building, Water and Sewer, Plumbing, HVAC, and Electrical.
Sub-contractors: Concrete, Framing, Masonry, Glazing, Foundation, Structure, Trucking, Warehousing, Landscaping, Architectural, Engineering, Survey Mapping, Administrative Management, Solid Waste Collection, Remediation, Cement, Brick, Stone, Asphalt Paving.
Workforce: Construction Laborers, Construction Equipment Operators, Electricians, Operating Engineers, Carpenters).
For a list of upcoming projects in Philadelphia, please see the City’s procurement forecast here.
Who Does SupplyPHL Serve?
Our primary focus is supporting historically disadvantaged businesses capable of participating in infrastructure projects in Philadelphia. This group encompasses small, medium, and large professional service and construction/public works enterprises that have faced significant challenges due to a combination of systemic disadvantages. Characteristics of historically disadvantaged businesses include:
Annual revenue that reflects their unique challenges
Struggles to access traditional financing or capital
Location in areas that have historically been underserved or economically disadvantaged
Tailored Support for Every Business Need
SupplyPHL offers a comprehensive range of services designed to enable businesses to participate in public works contracts. We assess your business’s needs and match you with the nonprofit(s) best suited to provide relevant opportunities and resources. Our long-term, customized support is designed to meet your unique needs. Our goal is to ensure that every business can not only complete projects, but thrive in capacity building, financial acquisition, and networking opportunities.
Our Services
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Capacity Building
Workshops, training, and resources to help businesses scale and thrive.
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Navigating RFP Processes
Assistance with the complexities of the RFP process before, during, and after bids are accepted.
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Access to Funding
Guidance in securing financial resources such as bonding and insurance to complete projects.
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Networking Opportunities
Events and platforms to build relationships with peers, mentors, and industry leaders.
The Process
“Philadelphia is a city
that celebrates its diversity
and thrives on its differences.”
— Questlove.
