PUBLIC SECTOR OPPORTUNITY | DELAWARE RIVER PORT AUTHORITY

DBE GOAL-SETTING METHODOLOGY – PUBLIC INPUT MEETINGS FOR FFY 2027–2028

The Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) is inviting businesses, community stakeholders, and interested members of the public to participate in virtual meetings regarding its Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Goal-Setting Methodology for Federal Fiscal Years 2027 and 2028.

DRPA receives federal funding for certain transit-related projects and is updating its DBE goal-setting methodology to comply with revised U.S. Department of Transportation requirements.

WHY THIS MATTERS TO AACC MEMBERS

These meetings provide an opportunity for businesses to share feedback as DRPA develops its DBE participation goals for federally funded construction contracts.

Construction firms, contractors, subcontractors, professional service providers, and businesses interested in public-sector contracting are encouraged to participate.

PUBLIC INPUT MEETING DATES

Thursday, December 10, 2026
10:00 AM | 2:00 PM | 6:00 PM

Friday, December 11, 2026
10:00 AM | 2:00 PM

All meetings will be held virtually through Microsoft Teams. Each discussion is expected to last no longer than 90 minutes.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Select your preferred meeting date and time when submitting your RSVP.

Microsoft Teams Meeting Link:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/221479436275787?p=HFldQqUW1HH4WQ9s8J

Meeting ID: 221 479 436 275 787

Passcode: b8BE2Gv3

Join by Phone: 856-338-7063

Phone Conference ID: 157 654 623#

IMPORTANT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION

Agency: Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)

Department: Office of Business Development & Equal Opportunity

Opportunity: DBE Goal-Setting Methodology Public Input Meetings

Federal Fiscal Years: 2027–2028

Meeting Dates: December 10–11, 2026

Meeting Format: Virtual – Microsoft Teams

Meeting Duration: Up to 90 minutes

Participation: Public and Business Stakeholders

RSVP: Select a preferred meeting time when responding to DRPA's invitation

Meeting Access: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/221479436275787?p=HFldQqUW1HH4WQ9s8J

AACC members are encouraged to participate, share their perspectives, and help inform discussions surrounding DBE participation in future federally funded construction opportunities.