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SOUTHEAST REGION

SMALL BUSINESS TRANSPORTATION RESOURCE CENTER

SOUTHEAST REGION

The Florida State Minority Supplier Diversity Development Council (FSMSDC) serves as the U.S Department of Transportation Southeast Small Business Transportation Resource Center (SBTRC).
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Serving Alabama, Florida, and the territories of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands

SBTRC Services

Business Development

Market Research

Procurement Assistance

Technical Assistance

General Management

Business Counseling

Surety Bond Assistance

Capital
Access

Outreach Participation

Bonding Education Program

The Bonding Education Program (BEP) mission is to increase small businesses’ economic competitiveness by helping them become surety-bonded and compete for transportation-related contracts. It does this through education and resources that help these companies understand risk management, safety, workforce development and their own capabilities.

The BEP is a hands-on, multi-component program designed to address what businesses need to do to become bond-ready, as well as one-on-one sessions with local surety bonding professionals to help in assembling the materials necessary for a complete bond application. This program is tailored to businesses competing for transportation-related contracts.

Consultants, developers and engineering firms are not eligible for the program. The BEP is offered through DOT’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization and its network of Small Business Transportation Resource Centers (SBTRC) around the country. For additional information about the BEP program in the Southeast Region, please reach out to Catherine Timothee, at [email protected] or (305) 762-6151 ext. 209.

BEP Program Criteria

In business at least two (2) years

Revenue at least $250k/year

Minimum 2 full-time employees

Must be certified

Must be Owner(s), Manager(s), or Admin(s)

Transportation industry experience

Women & Girls in Transportation Initiative

The Women & Girls in Transportation Initiative (WITI) strives to get more women and girls involved in the transportation industry. This summer, we will give interns the opportunity to work at a small business or organization within the field.

WITI places women around the country in internships with a variety of companies, organizations, and transportation agencies every year. Interns are given the opportunity to gain real-world experience in the fields of their interest, while performing meaningful work with transportation executives, engineers and project managers.

The internship provides the young woman with real on-the-job experience, skills and mentoring that are relevant to the transportation industry. Participants must be a junior or senior in college, and pursuing a STEM-related degree. The internship is 6-8 weeks (dependent on the company’s/intern’s availability).

If your company or organization is interested, please submit an intern inquiry.

WITI Program Information

History of Program

About WITI Initiative

Regional Program Contacts

Intern Alumni (Coming Soon)

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Asia White

WITI Intern
Summer 2024

Dafina Doctor

WITI Intern
Summer 2024

Our Team

KyShun Nicholas

Project Director

305) 762-6151 ext. 207
[email protected]

Catherine Timothee

Project Coordinator

(305) 762-6151 ext. 209
[email protected]

Client Success Stories

“The Southeast SBTRC's most valuable services to Morris Builders LLC have been their guidance in securing critical industry certifications, which have expanded our project opportunities and strengthened our market position. Their training and mentorship in project management and bonding significantly enhanced our operational efficiency, enabling us to take on larger and more complex projects. Additionally, the networking opportunities they provided connected us with key industry professionals, leading to new business collaborations. The SBTRC's business development resources have also been instrumental in refining our strategies and optimizing processes, contributing to our overall growth and success.”
Morris Builders LLCJimmy Morris Jr, small business owner, Alabama
“Business Development Resources: The center provided invaluable resources and tools for business planning, enabling us to set clear goals and measure our progress effectively. Access to valuable market research reports and analysis helped us identify emerging trends and target potential growth opportunities within the crane and rigging industry. The networking events organized by the SBTRC facilitated valuable connections with potential clients and industry partners. These relationships have directly contributed to new business opportunities and have helped us establish a robust client base.”
Sky Limit Crane & RiggingSamuel Barrington, small business owner, Orlando Florida
“The U.S. DOT Southeast Region Small Business Transportation office is a tremendous resource in helping obtain bids and rescuers to help AEAK succeed at its best. I have been able to find more contracts and opportunities with the help of DOT”
AEAK LLCAntonio Evangelista, small business owner, Miami Florida
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