Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program
The Municipality of Anchorage Office of Equal Opportunity has established a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program in accordance with the regulations of the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT), 49 CFR Part 26 (Part 26). The primary goal and objective of the DBE program is to level the playing field by providing small businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals a fair opportunity to compete for federally funded transportation contracts. The Municipality of Anchorage receives federal financial assistance from DOT, and as a condition of receiving this assistance, has signed an assurance that it will comply with Part 26. The Municipality of Anchorage’s DBE Program outlines its goals and mission for the program.
The US Department of Transportation mandated Alaskan agencies receiving Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to create a centralized process for certifying Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs). As a result, the Municipality of Anchorage, Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (ADOT&PF) Civil Rights Office and numerous other agencies formed the Alaska Unified Certification Program (AUCP).
ADOT&PF Civil Rights Office administers the DBE certification process for all AUCP member agencies. They operate a “one-stop shop” for DBE certification. The Municipality of Anchorage and all other AUCP members recognize this certification. To learn more about
becoming a certified DBE visit the State of Alaska website.
Small Business Supportive Services
The Municipality of Anchorage Office of Equal Opportunity has established a Small Business Supportive Services program. In accordance with the regulations of the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT), 49 CFR Part 26 (Part 26.39) Fostering Small Business Participation. The Office of Equal Opportunity is committed to supporting and fostering the growth of small businesses and fostering small business participation on federal Municipal projects. The office is committed to training, educating, networking, and providing technical assistance to small businesses. For more information or guidance, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity directly at 907-343-4878.
Looking for a Certified DBE?
Are you a contractor looking for a list of certified DBEs?
The list of certified DBE's is now available online. Select AUCP DBE Directory Part 2. This online directory is updated at the start of each business week.
Remember, inclusion in this directory in no way signifies an endorsement by the Municipality of Anchorage or other AUCP member agencies. Additionally, inclusion in this directory does not guarantee the capability, dependability, availability or bonding limit of any of the included firms.
Current Bidding Opportunities
For current procurement opportunities within the Municipality, see
the Procurement Department's bidding website.