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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I receive notification from State Farm® that my application was received?
You will receive notification through the mail that your application has been received. Due to the large volume of applications received by
the Supplier Diversity Manager, you can expect a response from one of our corporate/regional buyers in approximately 45 days.
What if there are no immediate opportunities available?
You will receive notification if no immediate opportunities are available, however, your information will remain in our Supplier Diversity database
for one year. If you desire to continue business pursuits with State Farm after this time period, please forward a copy of your certification and any
company updates to Corporate Purchasing. It is also your responsibility to provide updates throughout the year if any information changes within your company.
What criteria does State Farm use in selecting a minority supplier?
To be eligible to participate in the Supplier Diversity program at State Farm, a business must be at least 51 percent owned, operated, and controlled by a minority, woman, or person with a disability. In addition, your business must be certified with a local, state, national or government organization.
What is certification?
Certification is the process by which an organization verifies, using a combination of screening interviews, site visits, and capability studies, that a business is owned by a minority, woman, or a person with a disability. State Farm Insurance Companies® accepts certification from national, state, and local
organizations and government agencies.
Is certification required to do business with State Farm as a diversity supplier?
Yes, State Farm requires that diversity suppliers be certified. State Farm accepts certification from national, state and local organizations. State
Farm does NOT accept self-certification. We encourage diversity suppliers to obtain certification from a recognized organization. Moreover, State Farm does not
perform its own accreditation procedures.
Does certification guarantee my ability to conduct business with State Farm Insurance Company?
No, certification does not guarantee a business opportunity with State Farm. Certification is used for identification and routing purposes.
Who buys my specific product or service and how can I contact them?
The role of the Supplier Diversity Team is to assist in matching diversity suppliers with the right buyer. In order to aid diversity suppliers in State Farm's
purchasing process, the Supplier Diversity Team tries to accurately match vendors with the appropriate buyer. Once a match has been established you will be given contact information on the buyer of your product or service.
Who may I contact with any additional questions?
If you have any additional questions, please send them to:
State Farm Insurance Companies
One State Farm Plaza
Attn: Supplier Diversity Manager
Bloomington, IL 61710
(309) 766-2342
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