Supplier Diversity at BCBSF

Working with diverse suppliers is an integral part of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida's strategic sourcing and procurement processes. We are committed to building relationships with businesses that are legitimately owned and operated by American citizens of diverse status: Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabled Veterans and businesses in Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUB Zones).

Supplier diversity provides BCBSF with a significant position of strength to support our customers and deliver affordable products and services to all Floridians. By building mutually beneficial relationships with a broad and diverse supplier base, we ensure the best service, quality and value for our organization and our customers.

Here are some of the products and services BCBSF sources or procures:

How to Register as a Diverse Supplier

BCBSF welcomes all potential suppliers who can add value to our sourcing and procurement processes and fulfill our needs on a competitive basis.

If you are interested in registering as a diverse supplier, please confirm that your company meets the criteria below before submitting a Supplier Registration Form. Please note that we cannot promise to transact business with all suppliers who contact us.

Qualifying Criteria

• Certification - This is an essential component of our supplier diversity effort. Certification means that an independent, third-party agency has reviewed the ownership and management status of your business and verified that it is either minority-owned, woman-owned or disabled-owned.
• Qualification - To qualify, an independent, third-party agency must certify that your business is at least 51% owned by a minority individual or group and that the management and daily business operations are controlled by one or more of those individuals.

Downloads

• Supplier Registration Form (PDF)