USDOT
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).

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 catherine@fsmsdc.org 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

Upcoming Event

Building Bridges:
Understanding Bonds for Financial Success - Alabama

Learn how to navigate the world of securing bonds and ensuring compliance in federal contracts.

Why Attend?

✔ Get bonded and access larger projects
✔ No cost to attend—just your commitment to growth!
✔ Expand your business network

This FREE training includes:

Business Development
Access to Capital
Estimating and Bidding
Bonding
Construction Insurance
Legal Issues

📆 When: July 23, 2025

📍Where: Montgomery AL

Recap From Our Last Event

Bonding Education Program San Juan, Puerto Rico

The USDOT Southeast Small Business Transportation Resource Center (SBTRC), in cooperative agreement with FSMSDC, presented the Bonding Education Program—a free, hands-on program designed to help small businesses get bonded and qualify for more opportunities.

In Partnership with

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Unlock Bigger Business Opportunities with Bonding

Free Training for Contractors and Subcontractors in
Construction and Transportation

The USDOT Southeast Small Business Transportation Resource Center (SBTRC), in cooperative agreement with FSMSDC, presents the Bonding Education Program—a free, hands-on program designed to help small businesses get bonded and qualify for more opportunities.

Why Attend?

✔ Get bonded and access larger projects
✔ No cost to attend—just your commitment to growth!
✔ Expand your business network

📍 Where? In-person in San Juan, Puerto Rico & Virtual
📅 When? February 26-27, 2025
💵 Cost? FREE

Past Program

Women & Girls in Transportation Initiative

The Women & Girls in Transportation Initiative (WITI) was created to get more women and girls involved in the transportation industry. Interns were given the opportunity to work at a small business or organization within the field.

WITI placed women around the country in internships with a variety of companies, organizations, and transportation agencies every year. Interns were 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 provided the young woman with real on-the-job experience, skills and mentoring that are relevant to the transportation industry. Qualified participants were juniors or seniors in college, and pursuing a STEM-related degree.

WITI Program Information

History of Program

About WITI Initiative

Regional Program Contacts

Intern Alumni

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Our Team

305) 762-6151 ext. 207
kyshun@fsmsdc.org

(305) 762-6151 ext. 209
catherine@fsmsdc.org

Client Testimonials

“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.”

“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.”

“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”

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