Definitions.
Charleston, S.C., City Code § 2-345
in effectSec. 2-345. - Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Commercially useful function shall mean a function performed by a business enterprise when it is responsible for supplying goods or for execution of a distinct element of the work of a contract and carrying out its responsibilities by actually performing, managing, and supervising the work involved. To determine whether an SBE is performing a commercially useful function, the amount of work subcontracted, industry practices, and other relevant factors shall be evaluated.
Conduit shall mean a small business enterprise (SBE) that knowingly agrees to pass the scope of work, for which it is listed for participation and is scheduled to perform or supply on the contract, to a non-SBE firm.
Eligible owner shall mean an individual that must be involved in the daily management and operations of the business concerned and is:
(1) An individual who owns at least fifty-one (51) percent of the equity of a business enterprise, or
(2) An individual who owns at least fifty-one (51) percent of all classes of voting stock of a corporation, or
(3) An individual who owns at least fifty-one (51) percent of a partnership interest.
Good faith effort is action taken by a vendor to meet the contract requirements set forth in the good faith effort policy.
Small business enterprise (SBE) shall mean a business enterprise that is verified by the SBD, or his or her designee, as meeting all of the requirements for certification under the SBE program. These requirements shall include, but are not limited to, the financial ability, skill levels, experience levels, and access to necessary staff, facilities, and equipment needed to complete or fulfill a particular contract, subcontract, or procurement.
SBE certification shall mean completion, by a business enterprise, of the application process and subsequent approval by the SBD for participation of the business enterprise in the SBE program. Additionally, certification through the South Carolina Department of Transportation will be accepted by the SBE program.
(Ord. No. 2025-189, § 2, 12-16-25)
Source: City of Charleston, South Carolina, Code of Ordinances and Zoning Ordinance (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/sc/charleston/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=CICO_CH2AD_ARTXIDEBUFIRECO_DIV8SMBUEN_S2-345DEFetched: 11/7/2026