Event in Red Line Extension project area will allow small businesses to become certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise to participate in CTA projects
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) will host a workshop on Monday to help small businesses get 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 who are interested in participating in CTA contracts, such as the ongoing Red Line Extension project.
Representatives from the CTA's Diversity Programs Department will be available to discuss the certification process and answer questions. Participants can apply directly for certification with the CTA at the event, which will feature 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 the CTA are strongly encouraged to attend.
“Ensuring a diverse and inclusive pool of contractors is crucial for the CTA's success in serving the community,” said CTA President Dorval R. Carter, Jr. “This certification drive is an essential step in opening doors for small businesses and fostering economic growth in our city.”
For more information on the Diversity Programs Certification Drive or to register, please visit https://tiny.cc/RLECertDrive. A limited number of spaces are still available.
Those who register and wish to attend can arrive at:
Monday, August 5, 2024
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Red Line Extension Community Office
401 W. 111th Street, Chicago, IL 60619
CTA will continue to host additional outreach events that encourage participation of DBE- firms and other small businesses on future projects.
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