Disadvantaged Business Enterprise EEO Specialist

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program

The DBE Program is required by Congress as a condition of receiving federal funds and is also provided policy and direction by the Transportation Commission. It provides assistance to minorities, women and other socially and economically disadvantaged individuals to enter the highway construction and design industries.

Training and Other Opportunities for Small Businesses:

To locate training and other opportunities for small businesses, or for specific information about the DBE Program, follow the links below.

In accordance with state and federal civil rights law, the Center for Equal Opportunity's mission is to:

·         Promote and maintain a qualified and diverse CDOT and contractor workforce

·         Promote equal access to transportation improvements, maintenance and systems for Colorado citizens

Promote and maintain equal opportunity for small and underutilized highway construction contractors and consultant

·         Training, coaching and business development services for small and underutilized highway construction contractors and consultants

·         Training and job placement for entry-level highway construction workers

·         Training, consulting and community outreach to plan for, design and maintain fair and equal access to transportation improvements, maintenance and services

·         Training, coaching and mediation to prevent and resolve employee and contractor conflict and complaints

Civil rights complaint investigation and resolution