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2024 DBE Program Rule Updates

Jan 25, 2026 | STAR

Key revisions to DBE and ACDBE programs are effective May 9, 2024.  Online STAR Town Hall Join us to discuss these updates and ask questions at 10:00am (NM time) on June 26with NMDOT representatives and Lawrence Moquino, Federal Highway Administration Program and...

2023 Update to DBE/ACDBE Size Standards

Jan 24, 2026 | STAR

The Federal Government has increased the limits and adjusted the ceiling for DBE size, which could mean some larger businesses might now qualify for DBE status. The other possible implication of this change is that your growing business can continue to qualify to be a...

Speed Networking – Getting the most out of 10-15 minutes

Jan 23, 2026 | STAR

Old-fashioned Face-to-Face networking (even virtually) is still a valuable and often under-appreciated art form. Are you ready to get the most out of a 10-15 minute opportunity? Here are a few suggestions: Before you meet Set your goals for networking – Are you...

Three priority bills clear the New Mexico Senate

Jan 23, 2026 | Press Release

SB 2 $1.5 billion transportation bonding package SANTA FE — The New Mexico Senate on Friday approved three of Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s priority bills for the 30-day legislative session, moving them to the House of Representatives for consideration. The bills...

DBE Certification – Business Benefits

Jan 22, 2026 | STAR

Did you know that NMDOT must meet a DBE utilization goal set by the FHWA? Every year, The FHWA and NMDOT leadership review prior performance and expectations for the future in terms of the percent of NMDOT federally funded work completed by DBEs. The objective is to...