FY26-DDOT-TBSA-Annual Disadvantaged Business Enterprise DBE Summit

The District of Columbia Department of Transportation is forecasting an annual event for Fiscal Year 2026 focused on advancing Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation in transportation-related contracting. This summit aims to connect DBEs with procurement opportunities, provide education on compliance and certification requirements, and foster partnerships between small businesses and the agency. The event is designed to enhance equity in transportation contracting by offering networking, training, and resources tailored to underrepresented business owners. Although the solicitation number, NAICS code, and specific location details are not yet available, the summit is anticipated to be held within the District of Columbia and will serve as a key outreach initiative for DDOT’s DBE program. The forecast indicates the event is part of a broader strategy to promote inclusive economic growth and ensure minority, women-owned, and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses have improved access to city transportation contracts. Interested vendors and stakeholders are encouraged to monitor the official DC contracts portal for the formal solicitation, which is expected to follow this forecast.