Westchester County Celebrates Over Half Billion in Contracts Awarded to Minority and Women-Owned Businesses Since 2018

Westchester County has awarded more than $550 million dollars in contracts to Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) since 2018, marking a significant milestone in the County’s continued efforts to expand opportunities for diverse businesses and strengthen the local economy. The milestone comes as the County recorded substantial year-over-year growth in MWBE contracting, with annual contract awards increasing by approximately 85% from $92 million in 2024 to $171 million in 2025. The increase represents nearly $79 million in additional MWBE contracts in a single year and reflects the County’s continued work to ensure that qualified minority and women-owned businesses have greater access to opportunities to compete for County contracts. County Executive Ken Jenkins said: More than half a billion dollars in contracts awarded to minority and women-owned businesses represents more than a milestone it represents real opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs and familie