VS Engineering, a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and one of the Midwest’s leading civil engineering consulting firms, is the Vendor of the Month for April by the Office of Minority and Women Business Development (OMWBD).
The recognition highlights the firm’s decades-long commitment to excellence, community impact and mentorship of other minority-owned businesses. Â
History of VS Engineering
Founded in 1980 by Bhagwan C. Patel (BC), VS Engineering began as a home office operation and has since grown into a regional powerhouse with eleven locations across Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky.
Now led by Patel’s son, Sanjay Patel, the firm employs over 180 professionals and provides high-quality, cost-effective engineering solutions to municipalities, counties and private sector clients.
“VS Engineering is honored and proud to be recognized as the Vendor of the Month by the Office of Minority and Women Business Development,” Sanjay Patel said. “Through partnerships with OMWBD and the Indianapolis Department of Public Works, we have been able to work on critical infrastructure projects across the City of Indianapolis. As a prime consultant, we pride ourselves in supporting other XBE firms in the city as a mentor.”
The firm’s success is rooted in its core values: client-focused service, trust, knowledge and collaborative hard work. These principles have earned VS Engineering accolades, including two ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards for projects in the Indianapolis area. Beyond its professional achievements, the company fosters a vibrant workplace culture, hosting events like ping pong tournaments and annual chili cook-offs to build employee camaraderie.
The community support of VS Engineering
District 5 City-County Councilor Maggie Lewis praised VS Engineering for its contributions to the community. “Through dedication and hard work, VS Engineering has grown into one of the largest manufacturing engineering companies in the Midwest,” Lewis said. “From job creation to implementing impactful engineering designs and construction projects, we are proud to have them in District 5 and look forward to celebrating their success for many years.”
Community engagement is a cornerstone of VS Engineering’s mission. The firm supports organizations such as the Special Olympics, Engineers Without Borders, Gleaner Food Bank and the Indianapolis Parks Foundation. Employees also participate in environmental clean-ups and other service initiatives.
OMWBD Director David Fredricks commended the firm’s holistic approach to business.
“VS Engineering demonstrates the excellence our office seeks to bring out in businesses through their commitment to quality and customer service, along with their innovative mindset and passion for the communities they work in,” Fredricks said.
For more information on VS Engineering, visit their website at vsengineering.com.
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