153.06 REQUIRED STEPS IN EVALUATING MBE APPLICATIONS.
   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.