About Bausch + Lomb

Supplier Diversity FAQs

What type of business does Bausch + Lomb consider as a “diverse supplier”?

Third party certified:

Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE)
Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SD-VOSB)
Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
HUBZone Small Business (HUBZ)
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and/or Transgender Owned Business (LGBTBE)
Business Enterprises Owned by People with Disabilities (BEPD)

What are the diverse certification requirements?

Validation of a supplier's diverse status is required for participation in the Bausch + Lomb Supplier Diversity initiative. Certification documents from the following qualified agencies are acceptable:

United States Small Business Administration (SBA)
National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) or its affiliates
Women's Business Enterprise Council (WBENC) or its affiliates
City, State, or Federal Certification Agencies
National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC)

How do I register as a supplier with Bausch + Lomb?

Step #1 – Submit a Profile on this website
Step #2 – Website will provide electronic submission notification
Step #3 – A commodity buyer will be assigned to contact you
Step #4 – Review your business offerings with the buyer
Step #5 – Your information will reside in our database for future opportunities

What products or services does Bausch + Lomb buy?

Bausch + Lomb has a vast array of buying needs dependant upon location, operation, and/or business sector. Please review our current Commodities We Purchase for a listing.

How can I confirm the information supplied under Submit a Profile was received?

An automated message appears online to confirm completion of the form. If the form was not completed, an additional email will be received from the Bausch + Lomb Supplier Diversity office.