The Local Developing Business (LDB) Program is designed to promote fair and open competition by increasing opportunities for qualified local businesses to participate in Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) contracts and procurements. The Office of Business Opportunity & Exchange administers the LDB Program to provide meaningful opportunities for eligible businesses to compete for work related to construction, professional services, and non-concession goods and services at Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Executive Airport (ORL).

The LDB program supports the growth and development of local businesses, encourages competition, expands contracting opportunities, and promotes economic vitality within the communities served by GOAA. The program raises awareness of upcoming opportunities, offers educational support, and works to eliminate barriers that may hinder participation. Through these initiatives, the Aviation Authority strengthens its supplier base, encourages competition, and contributes to broader regional economic development.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify as a GOAA certified Local Developing Business, a for-profit firm must meet the following criteria:

Local Area

The Orlando Standard Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties, with the expansion into Volusia, Brevard, and Polk counties.

Business Size

A firm's eligibility is determined by its average gross receipts over the preceding three (3) years. The applicable size limitations vary by industry category as follows:

Construction

• General Building Contractors – $15,000,000
• Heavy Construction Contractors – $12,000,000
• Specialty Trade Contractors – $8,000,000

Architecture and Architectural Services – $6,500,000.

Engineering

• Engineering, Surveying, Mapping, and Landscape Architecture – $8,000,000.

Non-Concession Goods and Services

• All Goods and Services Providers, except Regular Dealers – $8,000,000
• Regular Dealers – $11,000,000

Professional Services

• Legal, Accounting, Consulting, and Similar Services – $6,500,000.

Ownership and Control

• At least 51% by individuals who meet the program’s local business criteria.
• Owners must control daily operations and major decision-making.

Experience

The firm must have one year of continuous operation in the trade or related category, and the majority owner must have at least one year of relevant work experience.

Personal Net Worth

Each qualifying owner must have a personal net worth not exceeding $3,500,000, excluding:

• Primary residence
• Equity in the applying business
• Cash value of life insurance
• Retirement designated assets “Personal net worth of each owner does not exceed $3,500,000…The individual’s equity in his or her primary residence [and] the equity in the business…shall be excluded.”

Certification is required for this program. Applicants are required to use GOAA’s online Small Business B2G Certification Portal (Link: Orlando International Airport (MCO) - Vendor Management System) to submit applications and related documentation.