Develop a DBE Utilization Plan

A DBE UP will help the prime contractor achieve the DBE contract goal, or will help in documenting adequate good faith efforts to meet the contract goal. This plan should address the following:
  • Review of the project’s Special Provision for DBE contract goal.
  • Determine items which may be subcontracted and quantify based on estimated dollar amounts.
  • When practical, divide large (scope or quantity) items into potential smaller subcontracting opportunities and quantify.
  • Look for second tier subcontracting opportunities and quantify.
  • Quantify potential material supply contracting opportunities. Determine the allowable DBE participation for material supply.
    • 100% for materials or supplies purchased from a DBE manufacturer.
    • 60% for materials or supplies purchased from a DBE regular dealer.
    • 100% for fees or commissions purchased from a DBE packager, broker or manufacturers' representative.
  • Determine the likely total DBE participation from all of the above items and compare to TxDOT’s DBE contract goal.