# § 28-22 Considerations.

Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

## § 28-22 Considerations.

Balt., Md., Code art. 5, § 28-22 (2026)

(a) In setting the goals on a contract, the Office must consider:

  (1) the availability in various industry classifications and professions of MBEs and WBEs that are qualified and willing to provide goods, expertise, and services on the particular contract;

  (2) the level of utilization of these firms in past contracts awarded by the City;

  (3) the contract specifications;

  (4) the adverse impact on non-MBEs and -WBEs; and

  (5) any other relevant factors.

(b)

(c) On construction contracts for which the estimated cost is $1,000,000 or more, the Office may, in consultation with the contracting agency, set goals for MBEs divided into subgoals for African American-, Hispanic American-, Asian American-, or Native American-owned firms.

(d) On architectural or engineering contracts, the Office may, in consultation with the contracting agency, set goals for MBEs divided into subgoals for African American-, Hispanic American-, Asian American-, or Native American-owned firms.

(e) In establishing goals on each contract, the Office must consult with the contracting agency, the City Purchasing Agent, or both.

*History: Ord. 00-098*

*History: Ord. 07-606*