DBE Compliance and Outreach Support

The contract seeks a subcontractor to provide consulting and administrative support specifically tailored to ensure compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s 49 CFR Part 26 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program requirements as they apply to Federal Transit Administration-funded transit planning activities in Wisconsin. The work will involve conducting outreach to identify and engage eligible DBEs, maintaining thorough documentation of participation efforts, and preparing accurate and timely reports to meet federal and state oversight standards. The subcontractor must be capable of navigating the complex regulatory environment surrounding DBE certification, utilization, and reporting, and will be expected to assist the City of Madison in strengthening its adherence to equity and inclusion goals within publicly funded transit initiatives. This is a subcontract opportunity posted on July 16, 2026, with a response deadline of August 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The North American Industry Classification System code for this solicitation is 541611, indicating management, scientific, and technical consulting services. Performance is expected to support transit planning activities under the jurisdiction of the City of Madison in Wisconsin, though the exact location details are unspecified. The procurement is not designated with a specific small business set-aside, and bidders must submit proposals via the Wisconsin VendorNet portal using the provided link. All support functions must align with federal compliance mandates and contribute to measurable outcomes in DBE participation and program transparency.