Today, many businesses are looking to become more environmentally friendly to help minimize the negative impact their organization could have on the environment. Not only will going green help protect the environment and combat climate change, but it will also help cut costs, improve efficiency, and create a healthier work environment for your organization. Many federal, state, and local governments are continuing to enact more environmental and sustainability protection laws and regulations that require more green purchases, so if the products and services your business sells meet those standards, you’ll be highly considered over others. If you want to help contribute to a sustainable environment, going green is the way to go!
Benefits of Going Green
Becoming a certified green business is a great way to show that you care about the environment and can help distinguish your business over non-green businesses. Many government agencies prefer green products and services and sometimes even require them in the bids and RFPs they issue. Going green can benefit both your business and the environment at the same time. You can reduce business costs by becoming more sustainable, create more innovative strategies, improve your reputation, and be seen by a lot more government buyers, while at the same time reducing waste and pollution.
How to Get Certified
There are many ways to go about getting certified as a sustainable (green) business. It mainly depends on what type of certification you’re considering that matches your business the best. Here are some examples of green certifications:
- Commercial Green Building Certifications
- Overall Green Business Certifications
- Green Product Certifications
- Organic and Sustainable Food Certifications
Once you’ve determined what type of certification you’ll need, you can work on applying. A great first step is to head to the website of the state(s) that you do business in to find out if they have information on how to get certified, as well as the certification requirements. You can also find some resources about green certifications from the Green Business Bureau here. Keep in mind, you can get your business certified no matter how small or large it is. Here are some resources for small businesses.
Utilizing Bidnet Direct for Green Solicitations
One of the best ways to find solicitations with sustainability requirements, as well as be seen by buyers who are looking for green suppliers, is to utilize a government bidding solution like Bidnet Direct. As a registered vendor, you’ll be able to find matching solicitations including the documents, specifications, and requirements your business will need to meet. You’ll also be able to see if the agency prefers or requires green products or services. If that’s the case, then they’ll likely require you to include those certifications when you submit your proposal. Conveniently, many agencies that utilize Bidnet Direct allow electronic bid submissions which means you can upload all your documents and green certifications right within our platform, saving time and waste! You can also include that you’re a green business on your bidding profile by clicking on the “My Organization” tab and adding your business type. If you’re a certified green business, you can add that by clicking the “Other” box and typing in “Green Business” so that it’s displayed on your profile.
Go Green Today!
By working towards becoming a certified green business, you can help contribute to a more environmentally friendly world. Many federal, state, and local government agencies prefer green products and services, and it could very well make your bid that much more competitive during the bidding process. By registering as a vendor on Bidnet Direct, you can find matching bid opportunities and get notified of them daily so that you can stay on top of your bidding priorities. Stand out to government buyers today, go green, and watch your opportunities grow!Find your next government contract!
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