Chapter 2: Resources

Section 1: Resources

Overview of the DBE Program – Videos

Below are web resources from the USDOT and FHWA on the DBE Program:

TxDOT DBE Guides

TxDOT has two guides for DBE program administration.
  • DBE Contractors’ Guide
  • Prime Contractors’ DBE Guide
These guides and accompanying training materials are available on TxDOT’s website. TxDOT’s Civil Rights Division can provide guidance and training.

Diversity Management System

The Diversity Management System (DMS) is a web-based software program used to collect, verify, and manage payment information for prime contractors and subcontractors working on federal-aid projects.
Below is a list of vendor resources that can be found in DMS: (https://txdot.txdotcms.com/)
  • Vendor Guide
  • Vendor Training Manual
  • Utilization Plans (Found on page titled Utilization Plans)
  • Video Tutorials