Business Partners

Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises
New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) is committed to diversity in many ways. As part of our supplier relations program, we encourage and afford contract opportunities to Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs). Our goal is to acquire high-quality products and services at competitive prices. We believe that building a more diverse supplier base will help us to better serve our customers and remain competitive in a deregulated environment.

The following information is provided to assist M/WBEs interested in qualifying for contracting opportunities with NJNG:

Initial Certification
All suppliers who wish to be classified as a "M/WBE" must be certified by one of the following approved certification entities: U.S. Small Business Administration , Port Authority of New York & New Jersey , National Association of Women Business Owners , National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) or its affiliated councils.

Documentation from one of these agencies must be provided to NJNG to ensure certification compliance. For more information about certification requirements, we suggest that you contact these agencies directly.

Pre-Qualifying with NJNG
M/WBE suppliers that have not worked with NJNG in the past are required to complete and submit a pre-qualification questionnaire. This form is available to download, fill out and submit to NJNG. Upon receipt of a completed questionnaire, NJNG will contact the supplier to discuss next steps.

Supplier Diversity Development Council (SDDC)
NJNG is a member of the Supplier Diversity Development Council (SDDC), an organization comprised of a group of M/WBEs and companies regulated by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. Member companies are committed to expanding opportunities for M/WBEs and developing support activities that benefit both the regulated companies and M/WBEs. To learn more about NJNG's participation and upcoming events sponsored by the SDDC, visit their Web site.

NJNG encourages all of our suppliers to create innovative ways to provide value-added services. We look forward to working together to help grow both your business and our performance. If you have any questions or for more information, please e-mail us at diversityprogram@njresources.com.