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Pittsburgh Public Schools

The School District of the City of Pittsburgh developed a strategic public contracting plan.

The plan ensures that Eligible Business Enterprises (EBE) have full access and equal opportunity to participate in the School District's public contracting.

To learn more about the EBE policy go to Pittsburgh Public Schools website
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 TitleCategorySize Created DateDescriptionClicks
IRS Publication 1779 – Independent Contractor or Employee?Taxes804.88 KBPlease register to download3/10/2009This tri-fold brochure outlines the IRS guidelines for distinguishing contractors from employees.7
“Commonwealth Construction Contracts” – By PA Bureau of Minority and Women Business OpportunitiesFinding Contracts204.71 KBPlease register to download3/10/2009This article discusses the construction contracting opportunities and the contract bidding processes of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 7
“Ensuring Timely Payments: Act 266 of 1922” and “Vendor Registration” – By PA Bureau of Minority and Women Business Opportunities Business Compensation295.22 KBPlease register to download3/10/2009This two-part article provides insights into the payment and vendor registration processes when doing business with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The first article outlines how contractors can receive penalty interest payments if the Commonwealth of P7
“Finding State Bids on the Internet” – By PA Bureau of Minority and Women Business OpportunitiesFinding Contracts186.46 KBPlease register to download3/10/2009This article outlines techniques for using the Pa. State Marketplace to search for contracting opportunities in Pennsylvania.6
“Independent Contractors…Really?” – By Kathy Shirey, President, Westmoreland Human Resources AssociationTaxes17.38 KBPlease register to download3/10/2009Many employers misclassify regular employees as contractors. Read this article and learn about the most common mistakes employers make when classifying employees for tax purposes – and some of the biggest tax pitfalls.4
“Pa. Bureau of Minority and Women Business Opportunities” – By PA Bureau of Minority and Women Business OpportunitiesFinding Contracts174.74 KBPlease register to download3/10/2009This article provides an overview of the divisions and roles within the Pa. Bureau of Minority and Women Business Opportunities.7
Business Owner’s Toolkit Article LibraryGovernment Contracting ResourcesUnknownPlease register to download3/10/2009This website provides a modest list of links to government contracting articles. Explore these articles and discover new ways to work with the government. 7
Business.gov Government Contracting Article LibraryGovernment Contracting ResourcesUnknownPlease register to download3/10/2009This full-scale article library offers first-time and veteran government contractors a wealth of resources, tips, and other information. 4
FAQ - COSTARSGovernment Contracting Resources56.87 KBPlease register to download7/21/2009A compilation of frequently asked questions related to the PA Department of General Services Cooperative Purchasing Program based on a recently hosted forum.2
FAQ - State MBE/WBE CertificationMWDBE Business Resources59.99 KBPlease register to download7/21/2009A compilation of frequently asked questions related to the PA Department of General Services certification based on a recently hosted forum.1
Federal Register: March 6, 2009 (Volume 74, Number 43)Finding ContractsUnknownPlease register to download3/11/2009This Presidential document from the Federal Register Online outlines President Obama's call for greater transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility in federal government contracting. 2
Finding PA State Certified Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Businesses (MBEs and WBEs) - By PA Bureau of Minority and Women Business Opportunities Finding Contracts197.93 KBPlease register to download3/10/2009This article explains how to search for certified MBEs and WBEs through the Pennsylvania Department of General Services (DGS) website.4
Job Order Contracting – By PA Bureau of Minority and Women Business OpportunitiesSecuring Contracts183.99 KBPlease register to download3/10/2009This article provides a brief overview of a new program used by the Pa. Department of General Services (DGS) to award public works projects to bidders.2
PA Dept of Revenue Publication 696 – The Difference Between an Employee and an Independent Contractor Taxes127.29 KBPlease register to download3/10/2009This tri-fold brochure outlines the criteria used to differentiate between employees and contractors in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.4
Starting a New Business Article Library by Automatic Data ProcessingSmall Business ResourcesUnknownPlease register to download3/10/2009This website provides informational articles in several key topic areas. These articles explore the basics of entrepreneurship. 3
State Purchasing Requirements Regarding MBEs and WBEs – By PA Bureau of Minority and Women Business OpportunitiesSecuring Contracts186.61 KBPlease register to download3/10/2009This article outlines state purchasing requirements in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania that are specific to minority- and women-owned businesses. 4