The Connecticut Department of Transportation is committed to the effective implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program as defined in Title 49, Code of Federal (CFR) Part 26 and Part 23 for Airport Concessions.  This program will be executed in accordance with the regulations of the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) as a condition of receiving DOT funding.

ConnDOT will not exclude any person from participation in, deny any person the benefits of, or otherwise discriminate against anyone in connection with the award and performance of any contract or concession opportunity.  ConnDOT shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the award and performance of any DOT-assisted contract or in the administration of its DBE and ACDBE Programs or the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 and 23.  ConnDOT shall take all necessary and reasonable steps under 49 CFR Part 26 and 23 to ensure nondiscrimination in the award and administration of DOT-assisted contracts and concession opportunities.

For more information about the DBE Program or for a listing of Certified DBE firms please contact Ms. Shari Pratt at (860) 594-2171 or e-mail  Shari.Pratt@ct.gov