IDOT to Host Open House in Chicago for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program

CHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will host an open house Sept. 23 for individuals interested in doing business with the state. The free event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Chicago South Loop Hotel, 11 West 26^th Street, in Chicago.

Staff will be available to discuss how to become certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and to explain the programs and services that IDOT makes available to help minorities, women and other eligible small businesses.

For more information on becoming a certified DBE, visit IDOT's DBE Certification website.

If you have questions, contact DOT.SupportiveServices@Illinois.gov or call (217) 782-5490.