Pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws § 37-14.1-7 which relates to Minority Business Enterprise and R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-35-1 relating to the Administrative Procedures Act, the Rhode Island Department of Administration has developed Rules and Regulations governing the certification and decertification of small businesses that are owned and controlled by minorities, woman or disadvantaged individuals to participate in state and federal programs administered by the State of Rhode Island. To qualify as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), a firm must meet eligibility standards established in §§ 1.4 through 1.9 of this Part.
220 R.I. Code R. 220-RICR-80-10-1.1