The Minority Business Coordinator is responsible for evaluating MBE applications and may conduct further investigation as necessary for thorough and fair evaluation. The following minimum steps shall be taken:
(a) Stock Analysis: If applicable, analyze the stock ownership of the applicant firm.
(b) Financial Capacity Analysis: Analyze the bonding and financial capacity of the applicant firm.
(c) Work History Assessment: Determine the applicant firm's work history, including contracts received and work completed.
(d) Equipment and Licensing: Compile a list of equipment owned or available to the applicant firm, and verify the licenses of the firm and its key personnel.
(e) Work Preference Statement: Obtain a statement from the applicant firm regarding the type of work it prefers to perform under the MBE/WBE Program.
(f) Owner Interviews: Obtain the resumes or work histories of the applicant firm's principal owners and conduct personal interviews.
(g) Site Visits: Conduct an on-site visit to the applicant firm's offices and any current job sites.