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TRANSPORTATION

Small business EXPO in Mesa focuses on obtaining federally funded contracts

Small businesses and those owned by those from socially and economically disadvantaged groups can learn how to compete for state transportation contracts that receive federal funding at a May 12 conference in Mesa.

The Arizona Department of Transportation and partner agencies will conduct the event from 7 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, May 12, at the Mesa Convention Center (Building C).

Offered through ADOT’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program, the DBE and Small Business Transportation EXPO will allow those who attend to learn about project opportunities, visit exhibit booths, build relationships through matchmaking and network with industry professionals and business owners, state transportation officials stated in a release.

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TRANSPORTATION

Small business EXPO in Mesa focuses on obtaining federally funded contracts

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Small businesses and those owned by those from socially and economically disadvantaged groups can learn how to compete for state transportation contracts that receive federal funding at a May 12 conference in Mesa.

The Arizona Department of Transportation and partner agencies will conduct the event from 7 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, May 12, at the Mesa Convention Center (Building C).

Offered through ADOT’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program, the DBE and Small Business Transportation EXPO will allow those who attend to learn about project opportunities, visit exhibit booths, build relationships through matchmaking and network with industry professionals and business owners, state transportation officials stated in a release.

Participants will also hear from transportation leaders, including ADOT Director Jennifer Toth, as well as representatives from agencies such as Maricopa County Department of Transportation, City of Phoenix Street Transportation, City of Phoenix Public Transit, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Valley Metro.

Panel discussions will focus on major project updates and opportunities and on women in the construction industry, ADOT officials said.

For more information and to register: adotdbeexpo.com. For more information on ADOT’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program, please visit azdot.gov/dbe. 

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