Public Procurement is Under Pressure. We’re Responding with Clarity.

Read our latest white paper examining the political and economic realities of inclusive contracting — and why equity-driven procurement is not only legal, but essential for economic resilience.

This white paper delivers a clear, data-backed, and legally grounded response to the current backlash against inclusive procurement.

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In it, you’ll find:

  • A breakdown of recent executive orders and court rulings — including EO 14151 and SFFA v. Harvard

  • Clarity on the distinction between contracting programs and workforce DEI

  • Data from $5B+ in public contract analysis showing continued underutilization of Minority & Women-Owned Enterprises

  • Strategic guidance for navigating a politicized climate without abandoning equity

  • A reaffirmation of what’s still legally defensible and economically smart

Across the country, race and gender conscious procurement programs are being challenged and misunderstood.

This paper offers:

  •  Clarity on what local governments can do

  • Insights for how to design programs that are compliant and community-aligned

  • Data to back your decision-making and defend your program integrity

  • A path forward for agencies committed to equitable public spending 

This white paper is for:

  • Public Agency Executives

  • Procurement Directors & Compliance Officers

  • Policy Advisors & General Counsel

  • MWBE Program Leaders

  • Advocacy Organizations

  • Business Leaders seeking equity-aligned partnerships

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About us

Miller³ Consulting is a national leader in disparity studies, inclusive procurement, and policy design. As the consulting firm rooted in the legacy of the Atlanta Airport’s groundbreaking inclusive contracting program, we’ve spent 35+ years helping governments build legally defensible, data-driven procurement systems that reflect the communities they serve.