If you're a general contractor, construction manager, or public agency working on state-funded or municipal construction projects in Illinois, you've likely encountered MBE participation requirements. But what exactly does it mean to hire an MBE roofing contractor, and why does it matter?
At TECHO Roofing & Construction, we’re proud to be a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in Illinois. Here’s what that means — and how it benefits your project.
What Does MBE Stand For?
MBE stands for Minority Business Enterprise. It’s a certification that recognizes businesses owned and operated by individuals from minority groups, such as Hispanic, African American, Asian, or Native American entrepreneurs.
In Illinois, the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) requires a percentage of state-funded project budgets to go toward certified minority, women-owned, and veteran-owned businesses. These requirements apply to:
- Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB) projects
-School Districts and Municipal Projects
- State Universities and Community Colleges
- Public Works funded by State or Federal dollars
Why It Matters in Construction
Public and institutional projects in Illinois often have strict MBE, WBE, and DBE participation goals — sometimes up to 30% of total contract value. Roofing is often a significant part of construction scope, and having a certified MBE roofing contractor on your team helps meet those goals while still delivering high-quality work.
How TECHO Supports Your MBE Compliance
TECHO is prequalified with the Capital Development Board (CDB) and certified as an MBE through the State of Illinois. Here's how we can help:
✅ Material Procurement
We can purchase and deliver roofing materials to the project site — fulfilling MBE credit while ensuring high-quality, brand-specified products.
✅ Supervision Services
We provide on-site oversight to ensure materials are installed correctly by the prime contractor’s preferred roofing subcontractor.
✅ Flexible Participation
We can support a portion of the work — or just provide material and supervision — depending on your project needs and participation goals.
✅ Certified & Documented
All of our services are provided through a certified MBE entity, with transparent reporting and coordination for your compliance paperwork.
Working With TECHO Means More Than Checking a Box
We’re not just here to help you meet your diversity goals — we bring 15+ years of real-world roofing experience, commercial expertise, and the responsiveness of a growing business. That means fast turnarounds, flexible support, and real accountability.
✅ Let’s Work Together on Your Next Public Project
If you’re bidding on a CDB project or managing a municipal roof replacement in Illinois, TECHO can help you meet MBE requirements while delivering roofing expertise you can count on.
📞 Contact us today to discuss material procurement, supervision support, or subcontractor collaboration. We’re ready to join your team.
