Wholesale Electric Supply Company of Houston, Inc. takes great pride in being a customer service focused business that strives for excellence and works hard to be a supportive member of the communities in which we operate. As such, we are committed to engaging in industry organizations that feed continuous improvement of our business practices, and seeking validation that we are a best-in-class operation. Presented here are certifications that we have earned and organizations in which we engage.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) is the nation’s leading advocate of women-owned businesses as suppliers to America’s corporations. Wholesale Electric Supply Co. of Houston, Inc. has been certified since 1999 through WBENC’s Houston, TX affiliate, The Women’s Business Development Center.
ISO certification is part of Wholesale Electric’s ongoing Quality Improvement Process instituted more than two decades ago. In 1992, Wholesale Electric Supply Co. of Houston, Inc. was the first North American electrical supply company to achieve the internationally recognized quality standards of ISO certification.
We are committed to a safe, healthy, and productive workplace for all employees and recognize the benefits of having a substance abuse-free work force. Utilizing Third-Party Administrators (TPAs) such as DISA helps to manage the multitude of workplace screening requirements that our contract companies must meet to work at safety-focused worksites across the Energy Sector. DISA offers a variety of compliance services, including drug and alcohol testing, background screening, and qualification filing.
ISN collects, reviews and stores health, safety and procurement information, allowing members to complete the qualification process for multiple Customers at once.
The SCH certifies firms and publishes a directory for use by participating utility companies and the public. These activities are governed by General Order 156 of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). The program provides certified WBE firms the opportunity to participate in a wide range of business opportunities.