Globalization & Supplier Development and Strategic Sourcing & Partnerships

Welcome to Globalization & Supplier Development

Globalization & Supplier Development is the initial step for the strategic discovery, vetting, training and onboarding of potential Boeing suppliers.

We focus on diversifying our supply base to provide the highest levels of service by leveraging our One-Boeing teams globally.

Once we have identified a company of interest, we work with key stakeholders including procurement, qualification and quality organizations to identify areas of opportunity and risk. Then create development plans to ensure the supplier is well prepared to respond to proposals and successfully produce the parts and services Boeing requires

If you are interested in becoming a Boeing Supplier, please register here.

Welcome to Strategic Sourcing & Partnerships

Global Supplier Diversity maximizes the use of our diverse global supply chain. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we value our small, diverse suppliers and international business partners for the innovation and agility they bring to our supply base.

We continue to seek out and provide maximum opportunities to small and diverse businesses, as they are a vital part of maintaining our competitiveness in the global marketplace.

View our recent Supplier Diversity Program Recognitions:

Supplier Diversity Program Recognition

Helpful Links

Common Links

U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) business development program consists of three contracting programs and two certification programs to help small businesses compete in the American economy and access the federal procurement market:

  • Contracting programs target Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) and 8(a) Business Development. Eligibility guidelines are available at http://www.sba.gov.
  • The SBA certification programs apply to Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) and 8(a) Business Development Program. The Boeing Company is a prime contractor of the federal government, which supports and recognizes these certifications.

 

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs

The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are highly competitive programs that encourage domestic small businesses to engage in Federal Research/Research and Development (R/R&D) with the potential for commercialization. Through a competitive awards-based program, SBIR and STTR enable small businesses to explore their technological potential and provide the incentive to profit from its commercialization. By including qualified small businesses in the nation's R&D arena, high-tech innovation is stimulated, and the United States gains entrepreneurial spirit as it meets its specific research and development needs. Source: Retrieved from https://www.sbir.gov on May 31, 2024.

Boeing SBIR Contact BoeingSBIR@Boeing.com

Additional Links

Boeing Supplier Registration

Where to register/certify your company

Commercial Airplanes Supplier Diversity

U.S. Government Links

Classifications

Size and Diversity Classifications

Small Business
A U.S. business concern that is independently owned and operated, is not dominant in the field of operations in which it is bidding and meets the NAICS size standards as prescribed in https://www.census.gov/naics/ and Code of Federal Regulations, Title 13, Part 121. Consult your regional or district SBA office if further clarification is needed.


Large Business
A U.S. business concern that exceeds the small business size code standards established by the SBA.


Non-US Business Size
To be applied based on country size designations of the supplier entity. Includes Large Business, Medium Business, Small Business, and Micro Business.


Non-Profit Organization
Any organization not conducted or maintained for the purpose of making profit (excluding HBCU/MI's and AbilityOne). Includes universities, colleges, & local, state & federal governments.


AbilityOne
A U.S. business concern that is affiliated with AbilityOne. AbilityOne partners provide employment opportunities for people who are blind or have significant disabilities to deliver high quality, mission-essential products and services to Federal agencies in quality employment opportunities.


Historically Black College/University or Minority Institution (HBCU/MI)
HBCUs are institutions that were established before 1964 and have a principal mission that was, and is, the education of Black Americans. MIs are institutions that substantially increase the higher education opportunities for minority and/or low income students who are educationally disadvantaged or underrepresented in post-secondary education. HBCUs and MIs must meet the requirements of Title 34 of the CFR, Parts 608.2 and 607.2, respectively.

Alaska Native Corporation
Any Regional Corporation, Village Corporation, Urban Corporation and or Native Group organized under Alaska state laws and which is considered a minority and economically disadvantaged concern. This definition includes eligible ANC direct and indirect subsidiaries, corporations, joint ventures, and partnerships. - See http://fairbanks-alaska.com/alaska-native-corporations.htm for a list of known ANCs. for a list of known ANCs. This definition is in accordance with the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, as amended (43 U.S.C. 1601, et seq.) and which is considered a minority and economically disadvantaged concern under the criteria at 43 U.S.C. 1626(e)(1). This definition also includes ANC direct and indirect subsidiary corporations, joint ventures, and partnerships that meet the requirements of 43 U.S.C. 1626(e)(2).

Indian Tribes (Federally Recognized)
Any Federally-recognized Indian Tribe, band, group, pueblo, or community (including native villages and native groups) that is eligible for services from the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) see https://www.bia.gov.

Certified Minority-Owned
U.S.: A minority-owned business that is certified by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).
Non-U.S.: A minority-owned business that is certified by CAMSC (Canada) , MSD-UK (United Kingdom) , MSD-China (China) , Supply Nation (Australia) , SADC (South Africa) , INTEGRARE (Brazil), or Other NMSDC affiliates."

Veteran (American) Owned
A business that is at least 51% owned by one or more veterans, or in the case of any publically owned business, at least 51% of the stock is owned by one or more veterans, and whose management and daily business operations are controlled by one or more veterans. Veteran means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released there from under conditions other than dishonorable as defined in 38 U.S.C. 101 (2.)

Service-Disabled Veteran (American) Owned
A business that is at least 51% owned by one or more service-disabled veterans, or in the case of any publically owned business, at least 51% of the stock is owned by one or more service disabled veterans and whose management and daily business operations are controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans or the spouse or permanent caregiver of a service-disabled veteran with permanent and severe disability. Servicedisabled veteran means a veteran, as defined in 38 U.S.C. 101(2), with a disability that is service connected, as defined in 38 U.S.C. 101(16).

National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) Certified
A business that is certified by the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC).

Women-Owned
A business that is at least 51 % owned by one or more women; or, in the case of any publicly owned
business, at least 51% of the stock is owned by one or more women; and whose management and daily business
operations are controlled by one or more women.

Certified Women-Owned
U.S.: A women-owned business that is certified by Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).
Non-U.S.: A women-owned business that is certified by WEConnect International.

SBA-Certified HubZone Small Busines
A business certified by the SBA as a HUBZone Small Business. Validate HUBZone boundaries at http://www.sba.gov/hubzone/. For purposes of this form, HUBZone expiration date is 1-year from
certification date. For example, if the supplier was certified by the SBA on September 8, 2019 and the current year is 2022, enter ‘September 8, 2023’ as HUBZone expiration. Suppliers will need to upload evidence that they remain HUBZone certified on or before the stated expiration date. A printout of SBA Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) profile with print date MUST be attached: https://dsbs.sba.gov/search/dsp_dsbs.cfm

LGBT-Owned Business Enterprise (LGBTBE)
A business that is certified by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). A LGBT-Owned Business Enterprise (LGBTBE) is majority (at least 51%) owned, operated, managed, and controlled by an LGBT person or persons who are either U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents Exercises independence from any non-LGBT business enterprise.

Disability-Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE)
A business that is certified by Disability: IN. A disability-owned business enterprise (DOBE) is a for-profit business that is at
least 51% owned, managed and controlled by a person with a disability regardless of whether or not that business owner employs person(s) with a disability. We do not certify non-profit organizations.

Asian Pacific American
Persons with origins from Burma, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei, Japan, China (including Hong Kong), Taiwan, Laos, Cambodia (Kampuchea), Vietnam, Korea, The Philippines, U.S. Trust of Territory of the Pacific Islands (Republic of Palau), Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, the Common Wealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, Samoa, Macao, Fiji, Tonga, Kiribati, Tuvalu, or Nauru.

African American
Persons with origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa.

Certification Recommendations and Requirements


The Boeing Company supports local, state and federal supplier development and diversity initiatives, certifications and classifications. Boeing highly encourages and recognizes membership in the following organizations:

Certification by these organizations is not mandatory to doing business with Boeing.

Boeing requires SBA certification to be identified as a HUBZone company.

To qualify for the HUBZone program, a business must:

  • Be a small business according to SBA size standards
  • Be at least 51% owned and controlled by U.S. citizens, a Community Development Corporation, an agricultural cooperative, an Alaska Native corporation, a Native Hawaiian organization, or an Indian tribe
  • Have its principal office located in a HUBZone
  • Have at least 35% of its employees living in a HUBZone

Full qualification criteria in Title 13 Part 126 Subpart B of the Code of Federal Regulations

History of Boeing’s Supplier Diversity Program

Boeing established a formal small business program in 1951. For more than 70 years, Boeing has demonstrated a history of excellence in the execution of our subcontracting efforts with small businesses.

In the late 1990s, Boeing expanded the program focus to include women- and minority-owned businesses. The initiative became known as Supplier Diversity to reflect this broader emphasis. Over the next decade, our program evolved to begin the global supplier diversity journey.  Much of that was done through membership and engagement with the international affiliates of the National Minority Supplier Diversity Council (NMSDC) and Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).

Boeing has actively engaged with NMSDC affiliates in Australia, Canada, China, South Africa and the UK.  We have also been involved with the WBENC affiliate, WEConnect International, which services women-owned businesses in countries and regions outside the United States. Boeing was a founding member in several of these important business development organizations.

This long-standing subcontracting relationship with our small and diverse suppliers is affirmed in our corporate policy statements. Our organization is responsible for establishing and executing global supplier diversity program strategies and plans consistent with The Boeing Company’s business objectives and customer expectations. The program is viewed as a critical element of our strategic sourcing efforts in both government and commercial contracting environments. It is aligned and integrated into our supply chain and directly supports our domestic and international business development pursuits.

We're proud of our diverse supply base and committed to additional expansion. We recognize that our continued success depends on it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Importance

Diversity is a key aspect of how Boeing does business, and diverse suppliers are an important component. Boeing is committed to a supply base reflective of our diverse global customers. We rely on the contributions of businesses that are owned by individuals of diverse backgrounds to deliver the best product, with the greatest value, to an increasingly diverse marketplace. Diverse suppliers that deliver creative product and service solutions have a positive impact on our customer relationships, the business community and the population at large.

Registering

All aspiring suppliers need to register their companies and keep their supplier information up to date on the Boeing Supplier Capability Assessment Database. Registering with us allows internal stakeholders to access your company's information but will not guarantee business and/or contracts with Boeing.

By registering, you are visible to sourcing specialists throughout Boeing. When an opportunity exists for which you qualify, we will contact you directly. This can sometimes be a lengthy process and your patience and understanding are appreciated. Make sure your information is up to date and comprehensive for any new products and services you offer.

If your company has not been contacted for a potential procurement opportunity, either the opportunity is still in review or does not yet exist or we do not have a need for the product/service your company provides. For more information or to submit feedback, please contact us.

Qualifications

We look for suppliers who:

  • Share Boeing’s enduring values of safety, quality and integrity, inclusion, trust & respect.
  • Partner with Boeing to bring innovative and market-leading technologies and service deliveries to keep Boeing products at the leading edge of technology and cost competitiveness.
  • Have demonstrated a successful business model, with a skilled management team experienced in delivering to the aerospace industry.
  • Deliver a comprehensive product or service and have a presence in our key markets.

For a more complete list of quality requirements, see Supplier Quality.

Boeing supports the development of a diverse marketplace through the development of a diverse supply chain. Boeing achieves this by doing business with diverse subcontractors and suppliers and requiring these companies to do business with diverse companies as well.

All Boeing subcontractors and suppliers shall maintain accurate records on their Supplier Diversity program, and shall make such records available to Boeing upon request. Boeing subcontractors and suppliers shall also cooperate in Boeing Supplier Diversity studies or surveys, as required. This includes responding in a timely manner to any reasonable request from Boeing's Supplier Diversity office for information on their Supplier Diversity program including, submission of second-tier contracting reports, benchmarking and global expansion initiatives. If requested, second-tier contracting reports shall be submitted to Boeing’s Supplier Diversity Office within 15 business days after the close of each calendar period.

Process

Supplier Diversity efforts include the following: working with commodity managers to identify upcoming nonproduction and production procurement opportunities; identifying qualified diverse suppliers to participate in upcoming procurement opportunities; screening identified diverse suppliers to determine if a match exists between suppliers' capabilities and business requirements; and providing opportunities for existing and potential suppliers to showcase their capabilities to decision makers.

Boeing Supplier Diversity works directly with commodity managers to determine procurement opportunities and to introduce qualified diverse suppliers into the procurement process. As a result, we request that diverse suppliers contact us directly for information about procurement opportunities and related matters.

Boeing seeks relationships with and promotes the use of diverse suppliers globally. Boeing’s subcontractors and suppliers, regardless of where the subcontractor or supplier is located, shall use commercially reasonable efforts to implement a Supplier Diversity program by doing business with concerns that are recognized as minority- or women-owned businesses within the regions and/or countries where the subcontractor or supplier conducts business.