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South Carolina Division of Small and Minority Business Contracting and Certification Transferred to CMA
Effective July 3, 2024, the South Carolina Division of Small and Minority Business Contracting and Certification (SMBCC) has been transferred to the South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs (246 Stoneridge Drive, Ste. 250, Columbia, SC 29210). The integration of SMBCC into the Commission for Minority Affairs enhances the agency’s services and supports for small and minority businesses across the state.
For more information about the Division of Small and Minority Business Contracting and Certification, visit https://smbcc.sc.gov/ or call 803-333-9621.
About the Small and Minority Business Division
The mission of the South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs Small and Minority Business Division is to identify key issues and services that are necessary for the development of minority, small businesses, as well as the best measures for sustainability, programmatic implementation, enhancement, and economic growth.
Current Priorities:
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To deliver high quality professional development and training to business firms, with the focus being on enhancing growth and increasing economic prosperity.
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To effectively communicate with all stakeholders through intentional marketing and media coordination for increased visibility and awareness.
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To design strategic management systems and processes that improve information sharing with collaborative partners and governmental agencies.
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To actively seek out and secure available funding opportunities available to small and minority businesses.
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Raise and increase awareness regarding the benefits of partnering with the Commission for Minority Affairs through continuous governmental, community and civic engagement.
Small Business Directory Survey
The South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs has designed this survey to better address the needs of minority-owned businesses in the State of South Carolina. By registering, you will have access to information on upcoming trainings and resources designed to help you start or grow your business. Your participation is voluntary and your personal and professional information will only be used for official purposes. Click to sign up for the Small Business Directory.
Access to Capital Through CDFIs
Are you looking for a way to start, grow or expand your business and need access to capital? Community Development Financial Institutions may be able to help! The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) plays an important role in providing access to capital and financing for small businesses. Click here to view a list of approved lenders statewide.
South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development's Certified CDCs and CDFIs
SC Ports Authority Legal Notices
Are you interested in working with the SC Ports Authority? Visit https://scspa.com/about/legal-notices/ to view available opportunities for business owners and entrepreneurs to bid on projects. Note: When visiting links for most Engineering Capital Construction projects, visitors will be redirected to the e-Builder website. Each new project requires the user to register (name, company name and email address). For more information on the SC Ports Authority, visit https://scspa.com/.
Business Links
City of Columbia Minority Business Opportunities Directory (Partners)
Benedict College's Women's Business Center
Richland County Business Handbook
SC Division of Small and Minority Business Contracting and Certification
SC Vendor/Contractors Registration
SC Secretary of State Business Entities Registration
SC Small Business Development Centers
South Carolina Opportunity Zones
Tribal Business Structure Handbook
US Small Business Administration