The event in the Red Line Extension project area will allow small businesses to become certified as a disadvantaged business enterprise to participate in CTA projects
The Chicago Transportation Authority (CTA) will host a workshop Monday to help small businesses obtain the necessary certification as Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) to bid on CTA projects. This event provides a unique opportunity for leaders of small and minority/women-owned businesses interested in participating in CTA contracts, such as the ongoing Red Line Extension project.
Representatives of CTA's Diversity Programs Division will be available to discuss the accreditation process and answer questions. Participants can apply directly for certification from the CTA at the event, which will include a scheduled presentation, providing attendees with valuable information on how to become a certified DBE and the benefits of certification. Small businesses interested in working with CTA are strongly encouraged to attend.
“Ensuring a diverse and inclusive pool of contractors is critical to CTA’s success in serving the community,” said CTA President Dorval R. Carter, Jr. “This certification campaign is a key step in opening doors to small businesses and promoting economic growth in our city.”
For more information about the Diversity Programs Certification Drive or to register, please visit https://tiny.cc/RLECertDrive. There are still a limited number of spaces available.
Those wishing to register and those wishing to attend should contact:
Monday, August 5, 2024
10 AM – 2 PM
Red Line Extension Community Office
401 W. 111th Street, Chicago, IL 60619
CTA will continue to host additional outreach events that encourage the participation of DBEs and other small businesses in future projects.
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