Citibus

This Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Goal Setting Methodology Plan for Citibus outlines the process to ensure nondiscrimination and create a level playing field for DBEs in contracts funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. The plan details the methodology for establishing and adjusting DBE goals, focusing on a race/gender-neutral approach to achieve a 1.0% DBE participation. Key initiatives include integrating a small business element, structuring procurements to facilitate DBE engagement, preventing unnecessary contract bundling, and implementing public participation and outreach efforts to support and develop local small and disadvantaged businesses.

This document outlines the Citibus/City of Lubbock's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program, established in accordance with 49 CFR Part 26, for the period of October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2026. The program's core objectives are to ensure equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for DBEs in U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)-assisted contracts, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and foster small business participation. It details the implementation, administration, goal-setting processes, monitoring, enforcement mechanisms, and certification standards for the DBE program.