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Historically Underutilized Business Program

General

The Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) will comply with System Policy 25.06 [PDF] , Participation by Historically Underutilized Business, and System Regulation 25.06.01 [PDF] , System HUB Program.

Statement of Commitment

TTI will make a good faith effort to assist Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) in gaining equal access and equal opportunities to receive awards for the procurement of supplies, materials, equipment, and services, as well as contract and subcontract awards for construction projects, in accordance with the rules established by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.

The TTI procurement process is handled by the Texas A&M University (TAMU) Department of Purchasing Services for purchases over $5,000. TTI division, program, and center personnel handle delegated purchases, which are those $5,000 or less. The Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) Facilities Planning & Construction Department will solicit HUBs for opportunities with TTI construction contracts if any develop for the Agency. The goal of all is to involve qualified HUBs in bidding opportunities for goods and services for all procurements made on behalf of the Agency.

Administration

The TTI HUB Coordinator and staff will administer the TTI HUB Program in accordance with applicable State of Texas laws and statutes, The Texas A&M University System policies and regulations, and the Agency Historically Underutilized Business Plan (HPIP).

Internal Plans and Activities

HUB Training for Divisions, Programs, and Centers

The HUB Coordinator and staff will provide training to TTI divisions, programs, and centers regarding equal access and opportunities for HUBs. Information will also be provided on using various resources to locate HUBs.

HUB Identification

The HUB Coordinator and staff will send information to TTI staff regarding certified HUB vendors and the types of goods and services that the vendors provide. Each division, program, and center will be encouraged to include those identified HUBs when soliciting bids or proposals.

HUB Information Distribution

The HUB Coordinator and staff will include HUB related activities and information on its web page as appropriate.

HUB Performance Monitoring by Agency

HUB participation reports will be reviewed by the HUB Coordinator and staff on a monthly basis. HUB efforts will be reviewed with division, program, and center staff as needed.

HUB Specialized Forums

The HUB Coordinator and staff will be involved in specialized forums for HUBs, as well as division, program, and center staff.

External Plans and Activities (Government)

Participation in State Activities and Group Initiatives

The HUB Coordinator and staff will identify and participate whenever possible in activities provided by the State or an agency of the State that promotes the inclusion of minority and/or women businesses. Such activities include the HUB Discussion Group, the Texas Universities HUB Coordinators Alliance, etc.

Develop/Partnership for Economic Opportunity Forums, Mentor/Protégé, Bid Solicitation, Vendor Fairs, and related activities

The HUB Coordinator and staff will coordinate, facilitate, and participate in activities that promote economic opportunities for HUBs. TTI will coordinate with one or more of The Texas A&M University System components to conserve resources in accomplishing this outreach.

HUB Initiatives with Facilities Planning & Construction

The HUB Coordinator and staff will utilize the TAMUS Facilities Planning & Construction Department to solicit HUBs for opportunities with TTI construction contracts if any develop for the agency.

External Plans and Activities (Minority Focused Organization)

Provide Certification Assistance

The HUB Coordinator and staff will answer questions about the HUB certification process and will review HUB certification applications as needed.

Post-Procurement Information

The HUB Coordinator and staff will provide information to minority business organizations through a web page. The TAMU Department of Purchasing Services will also have purchasing opportunities on behalf of TTI available.

Minority Organizations and Chamber of Commerce Interaction

Interact with minority organizations or chambers of commerce to answer questions and provide HUB information.

Other Useful Links

For More Information

Kathy Cowen
HUB Coordinator
TTI Business Office - Wells Fargo Plaza, Room 300M
Texas Transportation Institute
Texas A&M University System
3135 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-3135
ph. (979) 845-1715 · fax (979) 845-9678
k-cowen@ttimail.tamu.edu

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