2025 Minnesota Joint Disparity Study
Purpose:
The 2025 Minnesota Joint Disparity Study examines whether discrimination affects minority- and women-owned firms in the marketplace and ways to address that discrimination.
Reasons for a disparity study:
Sixteen state and local government entities, including the University of Minnesota, have come together to analyze whether there is a level playing field for minority- and woman-owned firms in the Minnesota marketplace. The 2025 Minnesota Joint Disparity Study will examine the procurement of construction, professional services, goods, and other services in the public and private sectors. Additionally, the study will research conditions for veteran-owned businesses and companies owned by persons with disabilities.
For more information, visit 2025 Minnesota Joint Disparity Study.
Comment Period for Draft Study Report
The comment period for the draft study report has ended.
Executive summary and Final Report
The executive summary and final report of the 2025 Minnesota Joint Disparity Study for the University of Minnesota can be found at 2025 Minnesota Joint Disparity Study - Final Reports.
next steps
The Office for Supplier Diversity is engaging with University leadership to address the findings and key recommendations outlined in the disparity study's final report.