30-Day Comment Period: Proposed Triennal Dbe Goal For Ffy 2026-2028

The Indianapolis Airport Authority has issued a solicitation related to the proposed three-year Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal for federal fiscal years 2026 through 2028, with a comment period from October 1 to October 31, 2025. The contract, with an estimated value ranging from 50 million to 150 million dollars, pertains to FAA-funded projects and aims to establish the DBE participation targets in compliance with federal regulations. The overarching DBE goal is set at 18.5%, which includes 16.9% through race-conscious measures and 1.6% through race-neutral strategies. The methodology for determining this goal is based on a comprehensive analysis, including a 2025 Disparity Study and availability assessments of qualified DBEs within relevant industries and geographic areas. The process involves detailed data collection, survey efforts, and calculations to estimate the availability of DBEs for construction, professional services, and supplies, ensuring transparency and adherence to USDOT guidance. Interested parties are encouraged to review the proposed goal and methodology, and submit comments through the designated platform within the specified 30-day period, supporting public participation in the goal-setting process for federally assisted airport projects in Indiana.