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How to become a Certified Diversity Supplier

in California Instructions for suppliers

Visit www.thesupplierclearinghouse.com

Click on “Online Application” This image cannot currently be displayed.

Complete the survey to determine if your business is eligible and click “Submit”

If eligible, continue by selecting “Proceed”

Read the Terms of Participation and select “Accept”, if you agree

Read the Instructions for Completion and select “Proceed”

Complete the Online Application and select “Next” when all (*) fields are complete

Read the Instructions for Completion and select “Proceed”

Complete the Application Check List Select the document description and click “Attach” (documents

must be in PDF format) – complete this step for all that apply

What happens next?

• Upon receipt of all required documents, the process of certification takes about 45 to 90 days.

• Factors which can delay the process include: – Which verification process the applicant will use – Missing documents required for verification – Questionable or inconsistent information – Whether an on-site visit or comprehensive phone

interview is necessary

What happens next? (Continued)

• If you have not heard back from the Supplier Clearinghouse after 90 days, please contact the Clearinghouse directly at either the phone number or email address below. – (800) 359-7998

– info@thesupplierclearinghouse.com