Q. How do I conduct business with Chevron through the Supplier Diversity/Small Business (SD/SB) program?
A. Suppliers participating in our SD/SB program must be certified by one of these organizations and agencies:
Q. How do I register my company with Chevron's SD/SB program?
A. Certified small or diverse businesses can register by visiting our registration site. Whether or not your company is currently doing business with Chevron, you should register so we can contact you about future opportunities. Register Now
Q. What happens after I register on the website?
A. After you've completed your registration and included copies of your certifications, your information will be kept in our supplier diversity database. It is your responsibility to keep this information current.
When a sourcing opportunity for your industry-specific business arises, Chevron employees will access this system to search for suppliers. At that point, you may be contacted to submit additional information.
Information you submit will be protected in accordance with Chevron's privacy policies. Read Chevron's Privacy Statement
Q. Does certification ensure that I will be able to do business with Chevron?
A. No. However, if an opportunity presents itself, Chevron will contact you to begin the request for proposal process. At that time, you will be asked to demonstrate your company's value proposition for the product or service you are offering.
Q. How can I contact someone about sourcing opportunities in Chevron?
A. Chevron participates in a number of events throughout the year in our major areas of operation. Our purchasing coordinators interview and provide information about sourcing opportunities to potential suppliers during these events. Check our calendar of events for future opportunities to meet with the purchasing coordinators.
Q. What commodities and services do you purchase?
A. Chevron has a broad array of purchasing needs with requirements that vary by location and operation. When you complete your registration, make sure you indicate your primary industry code using the Small Business Administration North American Industry Classification System www.sba.gov in order for us to quickly search for your specific industry in our database.
Q. I am a current supplier for Chevron, and I received a letter asking me to fill out the Supplier Information form. What happens after I fill out the form?
A. If you are currently doing business with Chevron, we need to know the status of your business to determine if you qualify for participation in the SD/SB program. Even if you do not meet any of the qualifications for small or diverse business categories, please enter your vendor number, check the box that says "not applicable" and return the profile so you do not receive future notifications.
If you do qualify as a small or diverse business, please enter your vendor number and complete and return the profile. Your information will be entered into our supplier database for other sourcing opportunities. You must update your information every year in order to continue participation in the program.
Q. Does Chevron have a second-tier program for subcontractors?
A. Yes. In the United States, if awards exceed $500,000 for goods and services and $1,000,000 for construction, Chevron may require the prime supplier (unless they meet SBA small-business size standards) to submit a subcontracting plan every year. This plan must show how the supplier is making sure small or diverse businesses are given an equitable opportunity to compete for the business for which the contracts or subcontracts are awarded. Every quarter, the prime supplier is required to report to Chevron its actual spending with small or diverse businesses.
Q. How do I contact someone regarding Chevron's second-tier program?
A. Send an email to: SDSCPlan@chevron.com.
Q. How can I contact someone if I have further questions?
A. To learn more about the Chevron SD/SB program email smallbiz@chevron.com or fax: +1 925.790.3987
Updated: January 2012