Building Capacity For Diverse Construction Business Owners
​There is a tremendous void in the number of MBE firms bidding on, winning and working on commercial construction projects.
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We Prepare Them To Do So!!
We're problem solvers.
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The Construction Development Institute designs customized programs to build business competencies that enable disadvantaged, minority, women-owned or veteran business enterprises (D/M/W/VBE) to compete for prime and subcontracting opportunities on construction projects offered by government, municipalities, developers and private sector project owners. We close the knowledge gap and equip the businesses we assist with the information and insights needed to operate in the commercial arena. We provide supportive services that may include training in construction related subjects, mentoring, coaching, and access to a pool of trained industry professionals to support and guide their efforts.
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How we work.
The engagement
We are hired by government, primes, developers or other project owners who are interested in helping to build capacity for diverse, small construction firms to become subs or partners on their upcoming projects.
Our services are offered for free to the contractor.
Each contract is customized to meet the client's objectives and budget. Together we establish program components, timing, and participant numbers.
Why choose us.
More Than A Decade of Experience In Construction Business Development Using Customized Strategies and Tactics
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Through the utilization of our business development approach, participating firms are given the knowledge and understanding needed to win commercial contracts!!
Construction Firms Trained
2,000
Training Sessions Conducted
200
One-on-One Sessions Conducted
1,200
Data-driven Tracking System
Past and Current Government Clients
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Strong Strategic Partners
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At a point in the participant firms' evolution, the services of outside professionals will be important. We are delighted to be able to depend on the following firms to provide specialty services when needed.
More On Our Partners.
STACK preconstruction software builds instant momentum, equipping estimators with a centralized hub for streamlined plan management, lightning-fast takeoffs and estimating, proposal customization, and real-time cloud collaboration.
HUB International is one of the largest insurance brokers, offering a broad array of property and casualty, risk management, employee benefits, retirement and wealth management products and services. Their construction insurance and surety specialists can aid participant firms regardless of the sector they work in and provide guidance to help them qualify for and obtain surety bonding.
For 42 years, the firm has focused on civil litigation involving complex commercial, construction and insurance issues. Robert Shipley & Associates will provide advice, guidance and representation to clients in need of legal assistance.
Diverse firms are capable tradesmen. They are able to build...but need our help to master technical processes of commercial construction.
Pricing
WE OFFER A RANGE OF OPPORTUNITIES TO ADDRESS EVERY CLIENTS' NEEDS.
All participation packages are customized. Please contact us to provide details and request a quote.