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City's Contract Awards Fail Minority Businesses - The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint

By Macy Meinhardt, Voice and Viewpoint Staff Writer The City of San Diego spends millions of dollars on goods and services through city contracts on an annual basis, generating a vast market opportunity for businesses. However, the process to compete for and ultimately secure a city contract continues to preclude women and minority business owners. […]

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