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Welcome to the Business Enterprise Program

The Business Enterprise Program (BEP) for businesses owned by minorities, women, and persons with disabilities is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and competitive business environment that will support underrepresented businesses increase their capacity, grow revenue, and enhance credentials.

Certification
Compliance
Mentor Protégé Program
BEP Council
Fasttrack Certification

A FastTrack Certification allows vendors who were certified by one of the partner organizations to apply for BEP Certification.
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State of Illinois
Commission on Equity & Inclusion
Business Enterprise Program
100 West Randolph
4-100
Chicago, IL 60601-3218

Phone | 1-312-814-4190 or 1-800-356-9206

Hours of Operation | Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

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