Encouraging DBE and Small Business Participation in GBT’s Contracting Opportunities

At GBT we are continuously working to provide the best possible bus service to the residents of our region. An important part of that work includes keeping our facilities in a state of good repair and modernizing our services, equipment and transit amenities. To do this, we rely on contractors of all types and are regularly soliciting bids for our projects.

As part of our contracting program, GBT works to encourage the participation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs). Every three years, we look out at all of our projects and associated contracting opportunities, assess the extent to which DBEs are available for the anticipated work, and establish at goal for DBE participation.

GBT Goals and DBE Participations

Between 2016 and 2018, GBT established a DBE participation goal of 3.02% and attained 6.46% participation. Between 2019 and 2021, our goal was 5.86 and our attainment was 17.21%. Between 2022 and 2024, our goal was 6.12% and our attainment was 5.24%.

During the period between 2025 and 2027, we have set a new goal of 5.15% DBE participation worth approximately $301,224.

What Kind of Work is on Deck?

During the next three years, GBT will continue working to keep its facilities and amenities in a state of good repair and expects to expand its administration and maintenance facility. Work on these projects will include:

• General Contracting
• Electrical Services
• Plumbing Services
• HVAC Services
• Pavement Repairs, Concrete Work
• Painting
• Bus Stop Sign and Shelter installation and Maintenance
• Surveying
• And Other Specialties.

For more information about GBT’s DBE program, please contact:

Adrienne Belanger
Chief Financial Officer
203-366-7070 x110
abelanger@gogbt.com