Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)​ ​

Interested in applying for DBE certification or want to learn more? Check out program information listed below.


Need Assistance?​​​

If you would like to talk to a representative, call the DBE Help Desk at (404) 631-1273​.​​​


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Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Participation ​

​​ Georgia DOT held a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation teleconference for FAA-funded contracts/agreements on July 31, 2023. The conference provided information to stakeholders pertaining to projects occurring in federal fiscal years 2024 through ​2026. ​​​​

DBE Program & Goal (Aviation)​​​​​​

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P3 DBE Support

Is your firm DBE certified? Are you seeking opportunities on Georgia DOT P3 Projects? If so, connect with the P3 DBE office today for a one-on-one! The mission of this office is to engage, educate, and empower the small business community by removing barriers and preparing firms to compete successfully for traditional and innovative opportunities in alignment with the delivery of major transportation programs. Contact GDOT’s Program Management Consultant DBE Office at (404) 946-5764. For more information, Visit the DBE Virtual Welcome Center​.

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Supportive Services

If your firm is already a Georgia Certified DBE and have questions related to your certification, need assistance identifying work with GDOT, need bonding assistance, or have other training needs please contact the GDOT Supportive Services Provider, Construction Estimating Institute at (404) 631-1273

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SSFP Business Help Center

A Business Help Center is open to eligible GDOT certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprises, registered small businesses and veteran-owned small businesses that have an interest in working on GDOT’s State Funded Projects. The Center provides training, consulting, targeted matchmaking, one-on-one assistance, and meeting space and computer access.

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DBE Toolkit
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Doing Business with GDOT

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Project Letting Forecast

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DBE Certification​​​​​​

​How Can I Become DBE Certified

Learn how to​ apply for DBE certification​.

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DBE Brochure​​​​​​

I'm Certified Now What?

Learn how to how to qualify to work for Georgia DOT.

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Application Description

Program Documents
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UCP Directory
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Regulations

A DBE must always perform a commercially useful function (CUF). Evaluation of whether a DBE is performing a CUF on a particular contract will occur every time the DBE is listed to work on a contract. A business performs a CUF when it is:

  • Responsible for the execution of a distinct element of work in the contract.
  • Carrying out its obligation by actually performing, managing, and supervising the work involved.
  • Performing work that is normal for its business, services, and function.
  • Performing or exercising responsibility for at least 30 percent of the total contract with its own work force and is not further subcontracting a portion of the work that is greater than that expected to be subcontracted by normal industry practice.

2016 Disparity Study