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Inclusive Sourcing Program

At Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE), our long-standing commitment to creating opportunities, fostering inclusivity, and making a positive impact drives everything we do. As stewards of professional sports teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Devils, Delaware Blue Coats, and Utica Comets, and operators of the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, we influence a diverse portfolio of venues and properties.

Economic opportunity has always been at the heart of HBSE’s mission. Our Inclusive Sourcing Program reinforces this commitment by seeking to provide businesses of all sizes and backgrounds with equal access to opportunities to collaborate with HBSE. This initiative is part of our broader efforts to create positive, lasting change through action, programs, and standards.

Our Mission

The Inclusive Sourcing Program reflects HBSE’s dedication to fostering a culture of inclusion and opportunity.

Through this initiative, we aim to

  • Empower underrepresented businesses
  • Support economic growth in the communities we call home
  • Provide fair access to procurement opportunities for suppliers regardless of size and background

Who We’re Looking For

HBSE encourages participation in the Inclusive Sourcing Program from all businesses, including but not limited to those that meet the Small Business Administration’s size standards and/or fall under one or more of the following categories

  • Minority-Owned Businesses (MBE)
  • Women-Owned Businesses (WBE)
  • Veteran-Owned Businesses (VBE)
  • Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVBE)
  • LGBTQ+-Owned Businesses
  • HUBZone-Certified Businesses
  • 8A Certified Companies
  • Small Businesses

Other categories may also be considered

We encourage both certified and self-identified businesses to apply, particularly those that share our values and bring innovative, impact-driven solutions.

What We Procure

Prudential Center's procurement needs cover a broad range of goods and services

This list is just a sample of the opportunities available. We are always looking for suppliers who bring value, innovation, and quality to the table.

Food & Beverage

Catering and hospitality services

Promotional Items

Custom apparel, merchandise

Event Services

DJs, live entertainment, production

Facilities Management

Landscaping, janitorial, maintenance

Professional Services

Marketing, creative design, photography

Logistics

Transportation, storage, travel services

Audio/Visual Support

Event production and technical services

Sound like your business might be a good fit?

How To Get Involved

Register as a Supplier

To be considered for procurement opportunities, complete your supplier registration at SupplierOne. Registering enhances your visibility for relevant opportunities.

Register as a Supplier

Evaluation

Once registered, your profile will be reviewed by our Inclusive Sourcing Team and department heads. Suppliers will be evaluated based on capabilities, cost, quality, customer service, and alignment with specific project needs. All contracting decisions will be made in a nondiscriminatory manner without regard to race, ethnicity, or any other characteristic protected by law. While registration doesn’t guarantee selection, a complete and accurate profile increases your chances of being considered for future opportunities.

Connect

If there’s a match between your services and our needs, we’ll reach out to explore potential collaboration.

At HBSE, we are committed to fostering inclusive sourcing practices, seeking to provide that all suppliers—regardless of size or background—have equal access to business opportunities. We evaluate suppliers based on skills, qualifications, services, and pricing, making decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. Through our Inclusive Sourcing Program, we strive to create fair opportunities and contribute to the growth of businesses within the communities we serve. Together, we can make a meaningful impact—on and off the field of play.