Should we be seeing different slides?

Not yet.

Thanks. Wanted to make sure my computer wasn't hung up.

How is DOT addressing certification for tribally-owned (not individually Native-owned) questions regarding “personal net worth” as most tribes will exceed the individual upper limit?

In my state we certify the individual companies own by the tribe, not the tribe even though they are tribally own.

Once certified, would the businesses need to respond to RFP's as they are available? Will the contractor who is selected be given a list of DBE vendors/contractors?

You mentioned support services, does this include technical training and certifications?

Miigwech (thank you)! That is helpful. I need to hop off for another meeting now.

Does NY do any focused outreach to the tribes? Sorry if this already discussed. We do run into some tribes who do not want any government influence. Has NY experienced that and if so, how have you tried to overcome that?

Yes DBE certification.

July

Frankly, most tribally-owned corporations are very astute as it relates to Federal contracting. The DOT DBE program is not conducive to tribally-owned corporations for an array of reasons, but let’s keep trying to figure it out! Thanks for hosting this.