The City of Providence is assessing the local economic landscape and measuring accessibility and opportunity for minority- and woman-owned businesses.
The City proactively engaged Keen Independent Research to conduct this assessment. The study team will analyze participation of minority- and woman-owned firms in City contracts as well as conditions for businesses in the local marketplace. Study results will help the City assess its current equity efforts and identify any new measures needed to open opportunities for minority- and woman-owned businesses in City contracts.
Study team member Customer Research International (CRI) will survey firms in the region to identify companies available for City contracts and subcontracts.
The study team will also interview businesses and trade associations about conditions in the marketplace.
Keen Independent Research is a national economic consulting firm specializing in disparity studies for local governments. Principals Annette Humm Keen and David Keen are leading this assignment.
The study team includes CRl, Holland & Knight, Donaldson Consulting LLC and local subconsultant Imaj Associates.
The disparity study will be completed in spring 2025.
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