Introducing…The DOT Biz Journal. The Premiere Newsletter for Small Businesses in the Transportation Industry

The US DOT/OSDBU is pleased to announce the 2009 Fall Edition of the newly renamed DOT Biz Journal available for download. In this issue we highlight the recent launch of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) Bonding Assistance Reimbursable Fee Program. We also have a feature on the new Pilot Entrepreneurial Training and Technical Assistance Women and Girls Program, a joint program between the US DOT and Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia and is part of a broader effort, led by the White House Council on Women and Girls, to ensure that federal programs and policies take into account the distinct needs and concerns of women and girls.

We also provide an update on activities funded through ARRA for transportation-related projects, as well as information on the FY 2010 Procurement Forecast which is now available online on our new and improved website.

Other articles include an introduction to the recently confirmed Federal Highway Administrator, Victor Mendez, as well as to the newest member of the DOT/OSDBU team Ed Cafiero, who will serve as Business Enterprise Development Officer. Furthermore, we have our regular features including Follow the Recovery Money to assist you in identifying potential contract opportunities and the Calendar of Events.

Click the following link to download the 2009 Fall DOT Biz Journal: www.osdbu.dot.gov/news/newsletter.cfm