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Learn more about certification and Tellabs ProPartner™ Supplier Diversity Alliance Program

What is M/W/DVBE certification?

Minority, women and disabled veteran business enterprise (M/W/DVBE) certification verifies that a firm is small, independently-owned and controlled by one or more socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.

How does my company become certified?

You can begin the process by contacting a third-party certifier and requesting an M/W/DVBE certification package.

Is certification required to do business with Tellabs?

No. Certification is only required to do business with Tellabs under the Tellabs ProPartner™ Supplier Diversity Alliance Program.

What certifications does Tellabs accept?

Tellabs accepts the following M/W/DVBE certifications:

  • National Minority Supplier Development Council and regional councils certification
  • Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification from the U.S. Department of Transportation and state departments of transportation
  • California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), formerly WMBE Clearinghouse
  • Section 8(a) certification and small, disadvantaged business (SDB) certification from the Small Business Administration
  • WBE Certification from the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)
  • Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification from the State of California, Department of General Services, Office of Business Certification and Resources
  • M/WBE certifications from other state, local or transit agencies.

Does certification ensure business with Tellabs?

No. While Tellabs welcomes certified M/W/DVBE firms, we award business according to our global procurement policies. The Tellabs ProPartner Alliance Program helps ensure that M/W/DVBE firms have an equal opportunity to compete with all suppliers.

Who can I contact for more information on the Tellabs ProPartner Alliance Program?

You can download a printable version of our ProPartner Supplier Diversity Brochure, or contact us at:

Tellabs
1415 W. Diehl Road
Mail Stop 16
Naperville, IL 60563
U.S.A.
+1.630.798.3052
Fax: +1.630.798.3737