Are North Carolina local governments required to have M/WBE programs?

Yes, programs to encourage M/WBE participation are required for building construction and repair projects. G.S. 143-128.2 sets out specific requirements that apply to local government projects costing $100,000 or more which receive any appropriated or grant funding from the state. For local government projects not funded with state dollars, these requirements apply to projects with total costs of $300,000 or more. Building construction and repair projects with lower job costs and in the informal bid range are subject to less stringent requirements. (See question 7 below.)