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Small and Disadvantaged Business Certifications

Metro is committed to the success of small businesses that are interested in working with us. Get started by learning how to apply for certification at the links below. Useful Links Vendor Registration Small Business Certification Programs DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) / SBE (Small Business Enterprise) Application Contact Us For general questions: Telephone: 213.922.2600Email: certificationunit@metro.net […]

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Project Labor Agreement & Construction Careers Policy

Metro adopted the CCP in conjunction with the PLA to encourage construction employment and training opportunities to those who reside in economically disadvantaged areas on Metro construction projects. The agreement applies to certain local (non-federally) funded and federally funded construction projects with a construction value greater than $2.5 million. Overview Metro’s PLA is unique in

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Metro Prompt Payment

Metro’s Prompt Payment process and requirements are part of a prime contractor’s commitments as outlined in a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) prime contract.  What to Know Metro’s Diversity & Economic Small Business and Vendor Contract Management conducted Prompt Payment University Day presentation to address prompt payment requirements and the rights of subcontractors. During the COVID-19

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Metro Disparity Study

Metro conducts a disparity study to determine if evidence of discrimination exists in the local transportation marketplace, and to support the use of Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) race- and gender-conscious contract goals in its program.  2023 Final Disparity Study Report Now Available The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) has completed the 2023 Disparity

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Contractor Development and Bonding Program

Metro supports small and disadvantaged businesses so they can successfully bid on Metro construction projects. We help small businesses secure bonding and also provide technical support, including training on bidding, estimating and contract performance.  Overview Metro created the Contractor Development and Bonding Program (CDBP) to help Metro-certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)

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