Here's hoping we're ready for the opportunity.

The Tampa Bay Super Bowl LV Host Committee and the NFL announced a new program that connects minority, veteran, women and LGBT owned local business with NFL contractors for Super Bowl 55.





The "Business Connect" program as it is being called plans to connect with over 250 businesses to add them to a list of NFL approved vendors. Below are the products and services that the NFL is looking for.









The deadline for applications is Feb 14. To apply or learn more about the program, visit the host committee's website.





Tampa will host Super Bowl 55, its fifth, on Feb. 7, 2021 at Raymond James Stadium.