Thursday, May 8, 2025

Local Content Best Businesses

The Local Content Best Businesses list recognizes companies that are leading the way in innovation and excellence in local content compliance within their industries and markets. These businesses are transforming their sectors by fostering small business contracting, creating jobs, investing in community benefits, and engaging stakeholders in meaningful ways.

I. Nomination Categories

Best Businesses Contracting Local Businesses

Recognizing businesses that strengthen domestic supply chains and build lasting local partnerships that support economic development.

Best Businesses Creating Local Jobs

Honoring companies that enhance local employment opportunities, invest in workforce development, and foster long-term economic stability.

Best Businesses Making Community Investments

Highlighting businesses that prioritize infrastructure, public services, and impactful investments that benefit local communities.

Best Businesses Empowering Stakeholder Engagement

Celebrating organizations that create meaningful connections with local communities, suppliers, and customers through transparent and collaborative business practices.

II. Industries

Construction and Engineering

Defense and Security

Education and Nonprofit

Energy Infrastructure

Finance and Banking

Government

Healthcare

Hospitality and Tourism

Legal and Insurance

Manufacturing

Media and Communications

Real Estate

Retail

Sports and Entertainment

Technology and Innovation

Telecommunications

Transportation

Water and Waste Management

III. Timeline + Fees

Nomination Dates + Fees

General Period: May 7 - Sept. 30, 2025

Late Period: Oct. 1 – Dec 18, 2025

Honoree Public Announcement

February 2026