Oct 30, 2025 · To assist small business formation and growth, Congress enacted DOT’s DBE program in 1983 and reauthorized it in each subsequent surface and aviation authorization.

Jan 5, 2015 · A Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, or DBE, is a for-profit small business concerns where socially and economically disadvantaged individuals own at least a 51% interest and also …

Jan 5, 2016 · Do You Qualify as a DBE? In general, to be eligible for the DBE program, persons must own 51% or more of a "small business," establish that they are socially and economically …

Oct 30, 2025 · Applicants carry the initial burden of proof regarding their eligibility and must demonstrate that they meet all certification requirements, including social and economic disadvantage status. …

Aug 29, 2025 · For information related to the DBE, please click the following link to direct you to the appropriate office: https://www.transportation.gov/civil-rights/disadvantaged-business-enterprise

For projects with DBE contract goals that have been let (i.e., bids opened) but contracts not yet awarded (i.e., executed), recipients must take appropriate action to zero out the DBE goal.

To improve the quality of life for all American people and communities, from rural to urban, and to increase the productivity and competitiveness of American workers and businesses.

Jul 3, 2024 · Additional Information DBE Program Home Page Current ACDBE and DBE Program Regulations 49 CFR Part 23 Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Airport …

Oct 30, 2025 · The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) each operate a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) …

Apr 9, 2024 · Sign up for the GovDelivery DBE listserv to receive updates throughout the notice and comment period, view the DBE/ACDBE NPRM Webpage to learn more about the rulemaking …