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TDOT DBE Supportive Services & Business Development Program
Welcome
Welcome to Tennessee Department of Transportation Civil Rights Division Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Supportive Services Webpage. There's much to see here. So, take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about the TDOT Supportive Services Program.
Meet Our Team of Subject Matter Experts
Victor C. Tyler, P.E., NSPE
Tyler Construction Engineers, P.C.
Construction Cost & Pricing Consultant
Marshall Tabb
Financial Management Consultant
Sandra T. Webb
QuickBooks Pro-Advisor Trainer
Curtis H. Webb
Strategic Marketing Consultant
Teresa C. Daniel, PHR, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Consultant
Jay B. Mercer, E.A.
QuickBooks Pro Advisor - Trainer
Fairpointe Planning, LLC
Engagement and Outreach Consultant
about TDOT DBE Supportive Services
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) Civil Rights Division contracted with Tyler Construction Engineers, P.C. (TYLER) to operate the TDOT Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Supportive Services (DBESS) and the Business Development Programs.
Under this new contract TYLER will provide management and technical assistance to support DBE firm capacity, business growth, and profitability. This assistance is provided at no cost to DBE firms. The benefit of DBEs participating in the activities of this program can help facilitate their development into viable, self-sufficient organizations capable of competing for, and performing on Federally-assisted highway projects.
The DBE Supportive Service Program offers a variety of workshops, networking sessions and one-on-one business assistance to firms on an appointment basis. All seminars, workshops and meetings are open to certified DBEs or small businesses firms seeking DBE certification, as well as to prime contractors doing business with TDOT.
We hope that you will take advantage of the many free events and opportunities that the TDOT DBE Supportive Services Program has to offer. Our goal is to transform and continuously improve our approach and programs to assist businesses like yours to overcome barriers to entry and to help your business grow and increase its revenue!
If you are interested in additional information on the services offered by the Supportive Services Program or if you are a Prime Contractor seeking quotes from certified DBE firms, please contact supportive services 615-469-5398 or email at dbe_supportive_services@tyler-engineers.com.
Marshall Tabb, Financial Management Consultant
Business Development Program
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) also contracted with TYLER to develop and administer TDOT’s newest effort, the DBE Business Development Program, which will focus on Project-Based Business Education and Mentoring of DBE firm owners.
This is a voluntary program designed to evaluate and provide a structured process for DBE firm owners to receive firm-specific training and guidance to assist in their growth and competitiveness within the transportation construction industry. DBE firms, with specific offering in the civil, highway, bridge and infrastructure work areas will be assessed and provided consultative services by subject matter experts in civil construction, engineering, accounting, financial management, strategic marketing, human resources, and business management and a host of other opportunities to increase firm competitiveness in the construction industry.
DBE firm owners who are interested in this intensive Project-based Business Education & Mentoring Program must complete an Intake and Business Needs Assessment Form (required for all firms seeking program assistance) and must provide specific construction services, engineering-design, consultant, or a material supplier in the construction industry.
The answers are at your fingertips. It’s that easy! Please contact supportive services toll free 615-469-5398 or
email DBE_Supportive_Services@tyler-engineers.com.
If you are interested in applying for the program, please complete our DBE Intake Form. The link is below.
Webinar schedule
The TDOT Civil Rights Office Small Business Development Program and its DBE Supportive Services Consultants offer a variety of training classes designed to assist TNUCP DBE firms to succeed in the transportation construction industry. Below are Webinars scheduled in October.
Creating Your Company's 2025 Annual Budget
Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:30 am CT
Facilitator: Victor Tyler, P.E.
Discover how to use your financial statements as a MANAGEMENT TOOL to promote strategic planning, profitability; and sustainability.
Recorded Webinar On-Demand: https://bit.ly/2025createbudget
Example Spreadsheet: Link
Understanding the 5 Critical Elements in Marketing
Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:30 am CT
Facilitator: Curtis Webb
The fate of your business revolves around five simple elements that turn potential clients into customers …Guaranteed!
Recorded Webinar On-Demand: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/5ixvv1a5IFwQJNYvrt_WL-yzp_ImrXBbNyOqrK4v9UjczpI55YyLeheguYDbjdbj.jw2p0ThEhfGbHa-N
Building (Financial) Capacity
Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 10:00 - 11:30 am CT
Facilitator: Jay Mercer, E.A.
This webinar is for the non-financial person. Learn how to read basic financial statements; the purpose of each component; and understanding the importance of maintaining complete and accurate financial records.
Example Spreadsheet: Link
Human Resource Compliance Management for Small Business Owners
Wednesday, October 24, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:30 am CT
Facilitator: Teresa Daniel, PHR, SHRM-CP
Our focus will be on how a small business can build and maintain compliance through organizational structure, workforce development, key performance management, and ethical/CUF compliance.
Recorded Webinar On-Demand: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/lrPnQwOtDQqa-weZRjYemgJdMLCnULcZNAl0st-yqQwJqru7mfqHoCeIjU_77I6z.rUMJq_Qf4fqTSmEi
Building Wealth Through Small Business Ownership
Wednesday, October 30, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:30 am CT
Panel Discussion: Curtis Webb, Jay Mercer, Sandra Webb, Teresa Daniel and Victor Tyler
Hear the open discussion of what tools and processes successful small business owners use to connect every phase of project workflow that redefined their business for success.
Recorded Webinar On-Demand: Https://bit.ly/24wealthgen
Resources
TNUCP DBE Firms: Request For Business Assistance
TDOT DBE Small Business Annual Meeting August 26-27, 2024
TNUCP DBE Firms: Request For Business Assistance
DBE-SS Quarterly Newsletters
TDOT DBE Small Business Annual Meeting August 26-27, 2024
TNUCP DBE Firms: Request For Business Assistance
TDOT DBE Small Business Annual Meeting August 26-27, 2024
TDOT DBE Small Business Annual Meeting August 26-27, 2024
TDOT DBE Small Business Annual Meeting August 26-27, 2024
