Civil Rights Office
Announcement on the DBE/ACDBE Program
Interim Final Rule Issued - On Friday, October 3, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issued an Interim Final Rule (49 CFR Parts 23 & 26, Docket No. DOT-OST-2025-0897, RIN 2105-AF33). This ruling makes immediate and significant changes to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concession DBE (ACDBE) programs nationwide. The Alaska DOT&PF is reviewing USDOT's IFR and guidance documents to ensure compliance with the new rule. More information to come soon!
The Civil Rights Office is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for all businesses and personnel on Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (Alaska DOT&PF) projects. We provide guidance, support, and oversight to ensure compliance with civil rights laws and regulations.
It is the policy of the Alaska DOT&PF that no one shall be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, regardless of the funding source, including Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association (FMCSA), and State of Alaska funds.
Our office actively manages programs designed to increase participation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) and Airport Concession DBEs (ACDBE) and ensure compliance with Title VI, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We work collaboratively with stakeholders, contractors, and community organizations to create a fair and accessible environment for everyone involved in Alaska's transportation infrastructure.
Our Mission is to "Keep Alaska Moving."
Our Vision is to ensure transportation services are provided in a non-discriminatory manner, where all communities and individuals have equal access to opportunities in Alaska's transportation system.
Alaska DOT&PF has established the following overall DBE goals:
| Federal Agency | Title | Years | Goal |
| FAA | DBE Goal Methodology | 2026-2028 | 7.00% |
| FHWA | DBE Goal Methodology | 2024-2026 | 9.39% |
| FTA | DBE Goal Methodology | 2025-2027 | 1.00% |
FTA Tustumena Replacement Vessel (TRV) Goal: |
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| Federal Agency | Title | Years | Goal |
| FTA | TRV DBE Goal: Construction 11MB | 2026-2028 | Glosten: 2.46% |
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TRV Public Consultation Meeting 5/27/25:
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