The DBE Program Faces a Courtroom Crossroads — What Contractors Need to Know Now

Big news is shaking up the world of federal transportation contracting — and if your business is DBE-certified, it’s time to take this seriously. In a major legal pivot, the Justice Department has moved to dismantle the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program, a long-standing federal initiative that’s helped minority- and women-owned businesses secure billions in transportation contracts. The implications are immediate, far-reaching, and potentially precedent-setting for every firm navigating government procurement.