WBE Certified Woman-Owned Business

WBE Certified Printing Services in St. Louis, MO

Need a WBE certified printer for your supplier diversity program? MCI Printing is a woman-owned commercial print shop serving St. Louis since 1984. Full-service capabilities, union craftsmanship, and the certification documentation your procurement team needs.

Why Procurement Teams Choose MCI

  • Satisfies WBE supplier diversity requirements
  • Documentation provided for compliance reporting
  • Dual WBE + union certification
  • Full-service commercial printing capabilities
  • In-house production — no outsourcing

St. Louis Woman-Owned Printing Company Since 1984

MCI Printing is a woman-owned printing company in St. Louis, Missouri — and has been since 1984. Our Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) certification verifies that we are majority woman-owned and operated. For government agencies and corporations with supplier diversity programs, working with a WBE certified vendor like MCI counts toward your diversity spending goals.

This isn't a rubber stamp. WBE certification requires verified proof of ownership, financial control, and day-to-day management by women. When you work with MCI, you're working with a genuinely woman-owned printing company in St. Louis — not a subsidiary checking a box.

We provide all certification documentation for your compliance reporting. Need a copy of our WBE certificate for a bid? Call us at (314) 849-7228 and we'll send it over the same day.

Why Government & Corporate Buyers Choose MCI

Procurement officers don't just need a WBE certificate — they need a printer who can deliver. MCI has been running presses in St. Louis since 1984. We handle jobs from 250 business cards to 100,000-piece direct mail campaigns, all in-house.

Our dual WBE and union certification makes us especially valuable for government contracts and political organizations that need both diverse supplier spending and union-produced materials.

  • Satisfies WBE supplier diversity requirements
  • Documentation provided for compliance reporting
  • Dual WBE + union certification
  • Full-service commercial printing capabilities
  • In-house production — no outsourcing
  • Competitive pricing with volume discounts
  • Same-day rush service available
  • Over 40 years of proven reliability

WBE Certified

Woman-owned business enterprise

Union Shop

Skilled craftspeople since 1984

Compliance Ready

Certification docs on request

In-House Production

No outsourcing, no middlemen

How to Verify Our WBE Certification

We understand that procurement requires documentation. MCI Printing's WBE certification is current and verifiable. We provide copies of our certification letter for bid submissions, vendor registration, and compliance reporting.

Need our WBE documentation for a proposal or vendor application? Call (314) 849-7228 or email info@mciprinting.com and we'll send it within the hour.

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WBE Supplier Diversity Procurement Checklist

What procurement managers typically need when onboarding a WBE certified vendor — and what MCI provides for each item.

Procurement RequirementWhat It IsMCI Status
Current WBE certificateCertifying agency letter with owner name, business name, and expiration date✓ Available on request (same day)
W-9 / taxpayer IDIRS form verifying EIN for 1099 and vendor systems✓ Available on request
Supplier diversity formAgency- or company-specific utilization form for spend reporting✓ We sign and return the form you supply
Proof of woman ownershipVerifies 51%+ women ownership and operational control✓ Included in WBE certification documentation
Union shop certificationDocuments union contract and collective bargaining status✓ Union shop since 1984 — documentation available
Insurance certificate (COI)Certificate of insurance for general liability and other coverage✓ Available on request
Vendor registration confirmationAcknowledgment for agency or corporate vendor systems✓ We complete vendor registration forms on request

Need a full documentation package for a bid or vendor registration? Call (314) 849-7228 or email info@mciprinting.com — we assemble and deliver compliance packages within one business day.

WBE Certified Printing FAQs

Is MCI Printing a woman-owned business?

Yes. MCI Printing is a woman-owned printing company in St. Louis, Missouri. We are majority owned and operated by women and hold current WBE (Women's Business Enterprise) certification. MCI has been a woman-owned printing company in St. Louis since 1984 — over 40 years of woman-led operations. Our WBE certification documentation is available on request for procurement submissions, vendor applications, and supplier diversity compliance reporting.

What is a WBE certified business?

A Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) certification verifies that a business is at least 51% owned, controlled, and operated by one or more women. The certification is issued by recognized agencies after a rigorous review of ownership structure, financial records, and operational control. WBE certification helps government agencies and corporations meet supplier diversity goals.

How does using a WBE certified printer help with supplier diversity?

Many government agencies and corporations have supplier diversity programs that require or incentivize spending with certified diverse businesses, including WBE vendors. Working with MCI Printing counts toward your women-owned business spending targets. We provide our WBE certification documentation for your compliance reporting.

How can I verify MCI Printing's WBE certification?

MCI Printing's WBE certification can be verified through the certifying agency. We are happy to provide a copy of our current certification letter and documentation upon request. Contact us at (314) 849-7228 or info@mciprinting.com for certification details.

Does WBE certification affect pricing or quality?

No. Our WBE certification reflects our ownership structure — it has no impact on pricing or quality. You get the same competitive rates, same in-house production, and same 40+ years of printing expertise. The certification simply gives you the added benefit of meeting supplier diversity requirements.

Is MCI Printing also union certified?

Yes. MCI is both WBE certified and a union print shop — we have been since 1984. This dual certification is especially valuable for government contracts and political campaigns that require both diverse supplier spending and union-produced materials.

What types of printing can I get from a WBE certified printer?

MCI offers full-service commercial printing: business cards, brochures, catalogs, direct mail, custom packaging, political campaign materials, large format signage, and more. Every product we offer comes from a WBE certified shop with in-house production and union craftsmanship.

What documentation do I need from a WBE certified printer for bid compliance?

Most government and corporate supplier diversity programs require: (1) a copy of the current WBE certificate showing the certifying agency, business name, owner name, and expiration date; (2) a vendor W-9 or taxpayer ID form; and sometimes (3) a signed supplier diversity utilization form specific to your program. MCI can provide all of these within one business day of request. For RFP submissions requiring formal WBE documentation, call (314) 849-7228 or email info@mciprinting.com and we'll coordinate with your procurement team.

Does WBE certification expire, and is MCI's certification current?

WBE certification is typically renewed annually or biannually depending on the certifying agency. MCI's certification is current and renewed on schedule. We proactively provide updated documentation at the start of each certification cycle so procurement teams don't have to chase expiration dates. If you need to verify the current status for an audit or vendor registration system, contact us and we'll supply the renewal letter directly.

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