Across California, change is underway in how public agencies work with contractors and suppliers. With the arrival of AB 2873, we’re entering a new chapter—one that prioritizes better access, stronger participation, and real business opportunities for a broader range of companies. This is more than policy. It’s a practical shift in how government projects are sourced and delivered.
At the center of this shift is Pegbo.com, a digital procurement platform that understands how important it is to connect the right businesses with the right contracts—while also making compliance easier, faster, and more transparent.
AB 2873 is an opportunity for public agencies, contractors, and small business suppliers to move forward together. Pegbo is leading the way by creating tools and systems that don’t just meet the letter of the law—but reflect the spirit behind it: opportunity, participation, and accountability.
What AB 2873 Means for Contractors and Public Agencies
Passed to encourage broader participation in public contracts, AB 2873 introduces a clear set of goals, systems, and accountability measures that affect every level of the procurement process—from how bids are advertised to how contracts are awarded and reported.
Let’s take a closer look at the building blocks of this legislation:
Clear Goals for Subcontractor Participation
AB 2873 sets measurable expectations. Rather than leaving outreach and participation to chance, it encourages project owners and contractors to define how they’ll engage suppliers from a wider range of business types—and to show results.
Verified Business Certification
To prevent abuse and ensure real opportunities go to real businesses, AB 2873 requires a structured process to confirm that participating suppliers meet eligibility requirements. This helps prevent fraud and builds trust across the procurement ecosystem.
Detailed Reporting Requirements
Transparency is no longer optional. Under AB 2873, agencies and contractors are expected to report not just who they awarded contracts to, but how they reached those decisions. These reports help track progress over time and ensure commitments made during bidding actually turn into results.
Support Services and Outreach
Some businesses are ready to go but may not have had access to public contracts in the past. AB 2873 encourages agencies to create outreach programs that help suppliers understand how to get certified, submit bids, and grow within the public sector.
Monitoring and Evaluation
This is not a “set it and forget it” law. AB 2873 includes review and adjustment mechanisms, which means the programs under it will evolve as they are implemented. That flexibility ensures agencies and contractors stay responsive to real-world conditions.
Built-In Accountability
With clearer rules come clearer expectations. Agencies and prime contractors are now accountable for how they build and manage their teams of subcontractors. That means better planning, better tracking—and better follow-through.
How Pegbo Helps Make Compliance Easier—and More Effective
Many procurement platforms claim to help with compliance, but Pegbo was built from the ground up to lead in this space. Pegbo understands that government contracting is complex, especially when it comes to supplier tracking and reporting. That’s why Pegbo’s approach to AB 2873 is proactive, practical, and built around real workflows.
Here’s what that looks like in action:
1. Expanding the Supplier Pool—Intentionally
Pegbo helps general contractors and agencies discover and connect with qualified small business suppliers through a curated platform. Instead of relying on static lists or cold outreach, Pegbo’s live database helps users find active, capable vendors who are ready to work and already aligned with AB 2873 goals.
2. Certification You Can Trust
Tracking who’s certified, eligible, and active in your region can be overwhelming. Pegbo simplifies this with an integrated verification system that helps validate business status and eligibility before awarding any work. This keeps projects compliant while reducing delays and documentation errors.
3. Data You Can Use
Pegbo isn’t just a database—it’s a dashboard. With built-in analytics and reporting tools, users can track subcontractor engagement, goal progress, and submission status in real time. That means fewer last-minute surprises and stronger documentation for audits and reviews.
4. Tools That Support Suppliers, Too
Compliance only works when suppliers are set up for success. Pegbo offers resources, onboarding tools, and bid support designed to help suppliers navigate government procurement, from paperwork to payments. These tools help smaller companies build capacity and gain the confidence to compete.
5. Staying Ahead of Requirements
Regulations change, and Pegbo is built to adapt. By monitoring compliance trends and feedback, Pegbo continues to evolve its platform so users stay aligned with AB 2873—even as the state fine-tunes its expectations.
Real Results: Why This Matters Now
California’s public contracting environment is undergoing a major transformation, and the implications of AB 2873 are already being felt. For contractors and public agencies alike, this legislation isn’t a future consideration—it’s a current and urgent shift that’s reshaping the bidding and project delivery process.
Why does this matter now? Because every new contract awarded under public funding comes with more expectations. Agencies must demonstrate that they are reaching further and engaging businesses that have often been overlooked. Prime contractors must now do more than just meet deadlines—they must also show how they are building broader, stronger teams with a wider range of qualified partners.
And here’s where it gets real: those who are prepared will win more work. Contractors who understand the requirements and already have the right relationships and tracking tools in place will have a competitive edge. Agencies that can document and report accurately will move faster and with greater confidence.
Pegbo helps make this possible. It's not just a digital tool—it’s a platform that actively supports every part of the process:
- Public agencies can track outreach, participation, and progress with accuracy and ease.
- Prime contractors can identify suppliers who are already qualified and ready to step in.
- Suppliers themselves can find clear pathways into the procurement process—without getting lost in red tape.
This matters because the cost of being unprepared is growing. Missed opportunities, incomplete documentation, last-minute compliance rushes—these are not just annoying, they’re expensive. Pegbo helps organizations avoid that risk and focus on building strong, capable project teams from the start.
Real Tools for Real Goals
There’s a lot of talk about modernizing procurement, but Pegbo is doing it in a way that’s tangible, results-driven, and built for real users—contractors, agency staff, and small businesses alike.
The goals of AB 2873 are ambitious—but they are also achievable. With the right systems in place, what once seemed like a mountain of paperwork and uncertainty becomes a manageable, even strategic, process. That’s where Pegbo shines.
Instead of scrambling to gather documentation at the last minute, Pegbo users can pull reports in minutes. Instead of struggling to find eligible subcontractors, they can tap into a growing network of verified suppliers. Instead of treating compliance as a hurdle, they can treat it as a competitive advantage.
Pegbo empowers users with:
- Clarity: Know exactly what’s required and where you stand at any moment.
- Speed: Move through qualification, matchmaking, and reporting with fewer bottlenecks.
- Confidence: Bid on projects knowing your team structure, outreach efforts, and supplier support systems are aligned with the latest requirements.
The message is clear: AB 2873 sets the stage for stronger partnerships, smarter procurement, and better project outcomes. Pegbo provides the tools to make that vision a reality.
If you're ready to do more than just meet requirements—if you're ready to lead—Pegbo is your partner in making that happen.
