Creating and Sustaining a Diverse Business Environment
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport creates and sustains a business environment that enables disadvantaged, small, minority and women-owned business enterprises (D/SM/WBEs) to compete equitably for business opportunities and achieve economic success, contributing to DFW's overall mission of expanding economic benefits.
Commitment to D/S/M/WBE Inclusion
The following Programs reaffirm the Board of Director's commitment to its policy of nondiscrimination through a positive and continuing business process of specific policies and practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal opportunity in all of the Airport's contracting opportunities.
The Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) operates its programs, services, and activities in compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, and related statutes and regulations. Title VI prohibits discrimination in federally assisted programs and requires that no person in the United States of America shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin or income (including limited English proficiency), be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal assistance. Further, DFW will make every effort to ensure nondiscrimination in all of its programs and activities, whether they are federally funded or not, and that services and benefits are fairly distributed to all people, regardless of race, color, national origin, or income. In addition, DFW will facilitate meaningful participation in the transportation planning process in a nondiscriminatory manner.
Customer Service Concern/Complaint: To provide feedback, ask a question or report a customer service concern/file a complaint, please email DFW at askdfw@dfwairport.com or text/call (972) 973-4968.
To request additional information regarding Title VI and related federal nondiscrimination obligations, please contact:
Title VI Coordinator c/o Vice President, Business Diversity & Development Department Dallas Fort Worth International Airport P.O. Box 619428 DFW Airport, Texas 75261-9428 972-973-5500 bdd@dfwairport.com
As part of our commitment to serve as a catalyst for the growth of small, minority and women-owned businesses, DFW is excited to once again offer the Capacity Building Program series designed to provide business skills training and guidance on doing business with DFW. The Capacity Building Program Series is a six month educational program which offers a variety of customized training for those interested in doing business with DFW and those who are already doing business with DFW.
Assistance to disadvantaged small, minority and women-owned contractors in completing necessary elements of the bond application package in different areas. The process also includes a review of completed bond packages for thoroughness and accuracy, as well as, identification of surety bond procedures and underwriters for proper consideration of bond applications.
Support Resources
Guidance with general administrative, personnel management, invoicing, preparation of change orders and project budges will also be provided Contractors can receive assistance with developing business plans that include establishing industry benchmarks, project management and administrative procedures.
Testimonies
What do you feel are the strengths of the presentation, Understanding & Using Your Financials?
"Instructor was well-knowledged” – Basic Responsibility, LLC
“Explains specific figures” – Zayven Construction, LLC
What do you feel are the strengths of the presentation, Securing Your First Bond & Increasing Your Capacity?
“Clear understanding of how to present my company to a bond underwriter” – J&S Valve
“It provided all of the components that I need to be bonded” – Zayven Construction, LLC
“The presenter’s dynamic personality & presentation skills. Provided great explanations. Lots of energy”! – Airport Bridge Systems
“Explanations and one-on-one examples” – RTM Co.
“Informative & detail oriented” – RTM Co.
What do you feel are the strengths of the presentation, Bond Claims and Dispute Resolution?
“Awesome communication in detail & clear & concise manner; dynamic speaker” – Airport Bridge Systems
What do you feel are the strengths of the presentation, Project Management & Field Operations?
“The topics are related to our everyday contracts & bids” – Real Network Services, Inc.
“DFW Airport staff members doing the presentations” – Real Network Services, Inc.
“Presenter very knowledgeable” – McKenzie Jackson Construction
“I like it all” – VP Remodeling & Repair
Outreach
DFW Airport utilizes an effective outreach program that disseminates information pertaining to opportunities/solicitations to the D/S/M/WBE community.
DFW Outreach Initiatives
The Airport’s commitment to the achievement of equitable contracting opportunities is the principal reason in establishing an outreach component. The outreach efforts are designed to document initiatives and establish procedures which best inform, present, and achieve results for maximum consideration and participation by D/S/MWBEs. Key actions to the Airport’s outreach efforts are internal and external communication as well as interaction by staff and the D/S/MWBE business community.
DFW sponsors several programs targeting minority and women-owned businesses seeking contract opportunities at the Airport. These programs range from technical/financial assistance to surety support programs. Click on each event for more information.
Ongoing Events
Process
1. A three-fold purpose:
To ensure increased availability of disadvantaged, small, minority and women-owned business enterprises;
To ensure the integrity of the D/S/M/WBE Programs and that the business process is implemented for its intended purposes; and,
To ensure the integrity of the D/S/M/WBE firms participating in Airport procurements, as well as other diversity and inclusion initiatives offered by the Airport.
2. In order to count the participation of D/S/M/WBE firms towards a contract goal, the D/S/M/WBE must be certified by one of the approved certification agencies noted below:
3. Bidders/Proposers must submit Certification Certificates for all D/S/M/WBEs proposed to be utilized to meet the contract goal at the time of bid/proposal submission. If a firm is not certified by an approved certification agency at the time of bid/proposal submission, DFW will not count the participation towards the contract goal.
4. Bidders and proposers must use all available D/S/M/WBE Directories to assist them in locating D/S/M/WBEs for the work required on the contract. The DFW Airport's D/S/M/WBE Directory is available online as one of various resources.
5. A D/S/M/WBE certification does not constitute a representation or warranty as to the qualifications or capabilities of any certified firm.
6. Effective 10/1/12, in addition to having a valid certification from one of the entities listed above, MBEs, WBEs and SBEs must have a place of business in the Airport’s market area at the time the firm is submitted for credit towards meeting a contract goal. The Airport’s market area is defined as the North Texas Commission twelve-county area of Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, Delta, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, and Wise counties. Documentation establishing a firm’s place of business must be provided upon request.
Resources
Business Recovery Resources Related to COVID-19
These resources are compiled by the Business Diversity & Development department of DFW. The following resources are listed in alphabetical order and will be updated as information is being received.
Creating and Sustaining a Diverse Business Environment
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport creates and sustains a business environment that enables disadvantaged, small, minority and women-owned business enterprises (D/SM/WBEs) to compete equitably for business opportunities and achieve economic success, contributing to DFW's overall mission of expanding economic benefits.
Commitment to D/S/M/WBE Inclusion
The following Programs reaffirm the Board of Director's commitment to its policy of nondiscrimination through a positive and continuing business process of specific policies and practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal opportunity in all of the Airport's contracting opportunities.
The Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) operates its programs, services, and activities in compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, and related statutes and regulations. Title VI prohibits discrimination in federally assisted programs and requires that no person in the United States of America shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin or income (including limited English proficiency), be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal assistance. Further, DFW will make every effort to ensure nondiscrimination in all of its programs and activities, whether they are federally funded or not, and that services and benefits are fairly distributed to all people, regardless of race, color, national origin, or income. In addition, DFW will facilitate meaningful participation in the transportation planning process in a nondiscriminatory manner.
Customer Service Concern/Complaint: To provide feedback, ask a question or report a customer service concern/file a complaint, please email DFW at askdfw@dfwairport.com or text/call (972) 973-4968.
To request additional information regarding Title VI and related federal nondiscrimination obligations, please contact:
Title VI Coordinator c/o Vice President, Business Diversity & Development Department Dallas Fort Worth International Airport P.O. Box 619428 DFW Airport, Texas 75261-9428 972-973-5500 bdd@dfwairport.com
As part of our commitment to serve as a catalyst for the growth of small, minority and women-owned businesses, DFW is excited to once again offer the Capacity Building Program series designed to provide business skills training and guidance on doing business with DFW. The Capacity Building Program Series is a six month educational program which offers a variety of customized training for those interested in doing business with DFW and those who are already doing business with DFW.
Assistance to disadvantaged small, minority and women-owned contractors in completing necessary elements of the bond application package in different areas. The process also includes a review of completed bond packages for thoroughness and accuracy, as well as, identification of surety bond procedures and underwriters for proper consideration of bond applications.
Support Resources
Guidance with general administrative, personnel management, invoicing, preparation of change orders and project budges will also be provided Contractors can receive assistance with developing business plans that include establishing industry benchmarks, project management and administrative procedures.
Testimonies
What do you feel are the strengths of the presentation, Understanding & Using Your Financials?
"Instructor was well-knowledged” – Basic Responsibility, LLC
“Explains specific figures” – Zayven Construction, LLC
What do you feel are the strengths of the presentation, Securing Your First Bond & Increasing Your Capacity?
“Clear understanding of how to present my company to a bond underwriter” – J&S Valve
“It provided all of the components that I need to be bonded” – Zayven Construction, LLC
“The presenter’s dynamic personality & presentation skills. Provided great explanations. Lots of energy”! – Airport Bridge Systems
“Explanations and one-on-one examples” – RTM Co.
“Informative & detail oriented” – RTM Co.
What do you feel are the strengths of the presentation, Bond Claims and Dispute Resolution?
“Awesome communication in detail & clear & concise manner; dynamic speaker” – Airport Bridge Systems
What do you feel are the strengths of the presentation, Project Management & Field Operations?
“The topics are related to our everyday contracts & bids” – Real Network Services, Inc.
“DFW Airport staff members doing the presentations” – Real Network Services, Inc.
“Presenter very knowledgeable” – McKenzie Jackson Construction
“I like it all” – VP Remodeling & Repair
Outreach
DFW Airport utilizes an effective outreach program that disseminates information pertaining to opportunities/solicitations to the D/S/M/WBE community.
DFW Outreach Initiatives
The Airport’s commitment to the achievement of equitable contracting opportunities is the principal reason in establishing an outreach component. The outreach efforts are designed to document initiatives and establish procedures which best inform, present, and achieve results for maximum consideration and participation by D/S/MWBEs. Key actions to the Airport’s outreach efforts are internal and external communication as well as interaction by staff and the D/S/MWBE business community.
DFW sponsors several programs targeting minority and women-owned businesses seeking contract opportunities at the Airport. These programs range from technical/financial assistance to surety support programs. Click on each event for more information.
Ongoing Events
Process
1. A three-fold purpose:
To ensure increased availability of disadvantaged, small, minority and women-owned business enterprises;
To ensure the integrity of the D/S/M/WBE Programs and that the business process is implemented for its intended purposes; and,
To ensure the integrity of the D/S/M/WBE firms participating in Airport procurements, as well as other diversity and inclusion initiatives offered by the Airport.
2. In order to count the participation of D/S/M/WBE firms towards a contract goal, the D/S/M/WBE must be certified by one of the approved certification agencies noted below:
3. Bidders/Proposers must submit Certification Certificates for all D/S/M/WBEs proposed to be utilized to meet the contract goal at the time of bid/proposal submission. If a firm is not certified by an approved certification agency at the time of bid/proposal submission, DFW will not count the participation towards the contract goal.
4. Bidders and proposers must use all available D/S/M/WBE Directories to assist them in locating D/S/M/WBEs for the work required on the contract. The DFW Airport's D/S/M/WBE Directory is available online as one of various resources.
5. A D/S/M/WBE certification does not constitute a representation or warranty as to the qualifications or capabilities of any certified firm.
6. Effective 10/1/12, in addition to having a valid certification from one of the entities listed above, MBEs, WBEs and SBEs must have a place of business in the Airport’s market area at the time the firm is submitted for credit towards meeting a contract goal. The Airport’s market area is defined as the North Texas Commission twelve-county area of Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, Delta, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, and Wise counties. Documentation establishing a firm’s place of business must be provided upon request.
Resources
Business Recovery Resources Related to COVID-19
These resources are compiled by the Business Diversity & Development department of DFW. The following resources are listed in alphabetical order and will be updated as information is being received.
