Technical Assistance + Resources

KSTJV invites all Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) construction companies to apply to our Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP).

The Program involves a six-month “Active Engagement Phase” of monthly one-on-one meetings with a mentoring team, and may include interactive workshops, networking events, and other assignments designed to address the challenges Protégé companies face in engaging on public works projects.

Eligibility Requirements:

● Active Industry License

● Current DBE Certification

● Ability to perform construction work in Santa Clara County

● At least one year in business

READY TO APPLY? Click below to fill out the 2024 application.
2024 CP2 MPP Application

We’ve compiled information on a variety of topics that may be of interest to your company such as the following:

● Accounting

● Bonding

● Business Development

● Estimating

● Risk Management

● OCIP

● Prevailing Wage

● Project Labor Agreements

Browse our interactive technical assistance hub and click on the subject of interest to view related resources. (Left and right arrows within the screen will allow you to scroll through all available material.)

Resource Hub

These federal, regional and local organizations and agencies offer a rich variety of programs to help small businesses establish and grow.

Federal

● U.S. Dept. of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
● U.S. Dept. of Transp. – Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization
● U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
● Veterans Business Development Programs

Local/Regional

● Associated General Contractors of California
● American Society of Civil Engineers - San Jose
● Bay Area Diversity Business Forum
● BuildOUT California
● California Department of General Services
● Conference of Minority Transportation Officials
● Construction Resource Center
● Golden Gate Business Association
● Helmets to Hardhats
● Industry Council for Small Bus. Development

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