Program staff highlight DBE and small‑business goals as procurement begins

Sep 17, 2026

Program staff told the committee they have set federal small business participation goals (16% for design, 19% for construction), held industry outreach events and maintain a vendor portal with thousands of registrants; staff emphasized registration and mentor‑protégé supports for small and disadvantaged firms.

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Program staff and WSDOT representatives emphasized outreach and capacity building for small, disadvantaged and minority‑owned contractors as procurement begins for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program.

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