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DBEs of America brings disadvantaged business owners together to protect opportunity, strengthen their businesses, and make sure the DBE voice is heard at the local, state, and national level.
National advocacy and coordinated action for DBE businesses.
Timely updates about legal, regulatory, and policy changes.
Connecting DBE owners across the country.
Legal and regulatory developments are creating uncertainty for DBE businesses. Owners need timely information, coordinated advocacy, and a national voice at the table.
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Turn isolated concerns into coordinated, informed action.
Help preserve a fair chance to compete and grow.
DBE is an economic-development and government-contracting program designed to give qualified small businesses an opportunity to compete for federally funded transportation and infrastructure work.
Fair access to contracting opportunities helps qualified small businesses compete.
Strong small businesses create jobs and strengthen communities nationwide.
A healthy, competitive marketplace benefits everyone.
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A Disadvantaged Business Enterprise is a for-profit small business certified under applicable transportation-related programs. Requirements vary by program and certifying agency.
Certification can help eligible firms pursue contracting opportunities connected to federally funded transportation and infrastructure projects.
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