DBE/SBE Information

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DBE/SBE

What is the DBE/SBE Program?

The RTD Small Business Opportunity Office's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise/Small Business Enterprise (DBE/SBE) Program creates a level playing field, removing barriers and assisting in the development of businesses like yours. We are focused on building a stronger Colorado economy by certifying firms, ensuring compliance of goals set, and providing training so DBE/SBEs can grow and thrive in this competitive industry. The Small Business Opportunity Office is part of RTD's Civil Rights Division.

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise

  • Established to accommodate historically under-utilized businesses
  • Goals set for federally funded projects with subcontracting potential
  • Certification granted through the State of Colorado

Small Business Enterprise

  • Established to accommodate small businesses in a race-neutral and gender-neutral framework
  • Goals set for locally funded projects with subcontracting potential
  • Certification granted through RTD
  • Eligible firms are classified by personal net worth and average gross receipts

View the RTD SBE Directory

On April 30th, 2025, Join RTD’s Small Business Opportunity Office, RTD Procurement, and other Denver Region Agencies for a virtual event to discover upcoming contracting opportunities and engage in a panel discussion with financial institutions at the virtual event “Unlock Contracting Opportunities with Denver Region Agencies & Explore Financial Initiatives for Small and Local Businesses”. Learn how small and local businesses can access valuable resources and financial initiatives to support their growth.

Click the link below for more information and to register for this virtual event:

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Contact

303-299-2111[email protected]

SBE Certification

When competing for contracts, an SBE certificate accompanied with a DBE certificate is key to gaining a competitive edge. Firms should seek certification for all programs they qualify for, as individual contracting opportunities may have established goals for SBEs, DBEs or both.

RTD only certifies firms as SBEs. First, you need to Become Certified.

For DBE Certification, please visit the City and County of Denver or Colorado Department of Transportation's websites.

Featured Content

Small Business Certification GuideRTD, in collaboration with its partners, developed the Small Business Certification Guide to provide an outline of small, minority, women, veteran, emerging, and disadvantaged business certifications found in Colorado.Bidders ListRTD maintains a list of businesses and vendors interested in doing business with us. RTD buyers often contact these companies directly to request bids.

Resources

Find DBE firms and see if your firm is certifiedRTD SBE DirectorySBE Certification Program ProcedureDBE Contract RequirementsSBE Program Contract RequirementsSBO Certification Brochure2023-2025 DBE Goal NoticeSBE Enclosures 2A and 3DBE Enclosure 2A and 3A