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The Supportive Services program is available only to firms
who perform heavy highway construction and consultant related
work.
What are the
services?
PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES:
Technical
Training and Tuition Reimbursement Programs.
ODOT-Sponsored Seminars and Non-ODOT Sponsored Seminars:
Get
technical reimbursement when attending relevant trade shows,
association sponsored programs, workshops and professional
conferences.
Formal
Education Courses:
Get tuition
reimbursement for relevant technical training from a
university, community college or technical trade school.
One-On-One
Consultant Services -
Free customized help from
professionals in Marketing Plans, Business Plans Development,
Loan Packaging, Advertising/Promotion, Accounting Services,
Bidding/Estimating, Bonding, Small Business Fundamentals
Information Systems and Web Site Development.
Mentor Protégé Program
- Form a partnership with a respected firm in your field to
gain insight and expertise.
DBE
Supportive Services Program criteria?
A firm must
be DBE certified with the Ohio Department of Transportation.
The DBE
firm’s home office is in Ohio.
How does an
ODOT DBE firm apply for these services?
Submit an
Application for Pre-Approval for Technical Training or Tuition
Reimbursement.
The DBE firm
will be reimbursed for registration and lodging up to $50.00
per person, per night for a maximum of two employees.
The equitable
distribution of funds.
Submit
written request for One-on-One Consultant Services.
Pre-approval is
required.
Who is eligible to apply for ODOT DBE services?
Only Ohio DBE certified firms who perform heavy highway
construction and consultant related work are eligible to apply
for services. Answer: "The approval of participation is
dependent upon the availability of funds."
What are the
benefits of the Supportive Services Programs?
Participation in
the Supportive Services Programs offers many benefits:
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Succeed in
business.
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Change your
business for the better.
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Make more
sales.
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Increase your
profitability.
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Become more
efficient and proficient in your field.
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Being better
trained and more competitive in your marketplace are
positive goals for any business.
If you have
any questions regarding the SSP contact
Annette
Bailey at 614-466- 3209 or 800-459-3778.
MENTOR PROTÉGÉ PROGRAM
What is the mission of the Mentor Protégé Program?
The mission of the program is
to ensure the full participation of DBE contractors in the
programs and services of the Ohio Department of
Transportation. A primary goal is to deliver management
and technical services that would allow DBE firms to more
effectively compete in the construction industry.
Through mentoring and technical assistance, DBE firms gain
access to the best construction management practices and
industry innovations.
By using the Stempel Plan as the basis for its Mentor-Protégé
Program, the Office of Contracts has positioned itself to meet
its federal DBE goals, while creating a widely heralded
nation-wide model Mentor Protégé Program.
Who are the program
sponsors?
The Mentor Protégé Program
operates by authority of the Ohio Department of
Transportation, Office of Contracts and the Federal Highway
Administration in full partnership with the Ohio Contractors
Association and the American Counsel Engineering Companies.
Authority for policymaking, budget
appropriation and administration rest with the Office of
Contracts, DBE Supportive Services. The Mentor Protégé
Program is expected to increase the number of DBE contractors
who participate in ODOT construction projects.
Define Mentor and Protégé.
Mentors are primarily
construction contractors who hold membership in The Ohio
Contractors Association. They are committed to providing
DBE firms with guidance and direction to improve business
operations. Mentors voluntarily devote a minimum of 5-10
hours per month with select DBE firms.
Protégés are
certified DBE highway contractors and consultants. B
working closely with established contractors, DBE firms
receive invaluable knowledge and experience to improve their
business operations.
How does the mentoring
relationship work?
The foundation of the
mentoring business relationship is communication and trust.
The mentor and protege firm work together to adopt a growth
and development strategy that will define the steps the DBE
firm should take to compete more effectively in the
construction market.
As part of the strategy, the
mentor will assist the DBE firm to identify management
strengths and challenges while recommending best practice
solutions.
Mentor Role:
- Sign and agreement with
the Protégé
- Meet regularly to discuss
Protégé strengths, weaknesses, opportunities
- Recommend training options
- Monitor and report on
protégé progress
Protégé Role:
- Be available for meetings
with the Mentor
- Openly share relevant
business information with the Mentor
- Follow through with
actions identified in the developmental action plan
- Report on program progress
and satisfaction
Sponsor Role:
- Monitor Mentor-Protege
working relationship
- Coordinate DBE support
services
- Receive and evaluate
progress reports
- Program Publicity
What is the selection
process?
DBE Certification and
prequalification status determines participation in the Mentor
Protégé Program. Interested contractors or consultants
should submit an application and be available for an
interview. Protégés graduate out of the program in one
to two years.
DBE Criteria
- Work Type (prequalification
preferred)
- Length of time in business
- ODOT volume
- Past and current project
awards
The Ohio Contractor
Association recruits Mentors from its growing membership of
construction contractors. ODOT and OCA then work
together to match mentors with proteges based on compatibility
and construction services offered.
Mentor Criteria
- Company size
- Work Type
- OCA membership status
- Geographic territory
served
- Past or current experience
with DBE/MBE subcontractors
What are the benefits of
the Mentor Protégé Program?
Participation in the Mentor
Protégé Program offers many benefits. As a DBE Protégé,
you will gain access to the resources and expertise of some of
the largest and most respected construction companies in the
State of Ohio. Mentor firms can positively impact your
company's bottom line by assisting you to identify revenue
opportunities, improve profits and productivity.
Protégés also have direct
access to the consulting, training and technical resources of
ODOT's Office of Contracts. A team of dedicated and
qualified consultants have been retained by the department, to
support the management and technical needs of Protégés.
- Accounting Services
- Bidding/Estimating
- Advertising/Promotion
- Marketing Plans
- Business Plans
- Management Consulting
- Bonding
- Loan Packaging
- Information Systems
- Website Development
- Fundamentals of Small
Business
How will the program be
evaluated?
A Developmental Action Plan
establishes the measurable outcomes for each Mentor Protégé
relationship. The stated goals and objectives will be
reviewed and evaluated regularly by program staff from ODOT
and OCA. The evaluation process is a hands on model
designed to maximize program strengths while streamlining
challenges. The monitoring program will give
attention to:
- The outcomes of the
Developmental Action Plan
- Working Relationship
between the Mentor and Protégé
- Communication and
information sharing
- Growth and expansion of
DBE firm
The ultimate success of the
Mentor Protégé Program will be determined by whether
participating DBE firms have improved construction
competencies and capabilities.
How do I contact the Ohio
Department of Transportation?
1-800-459-3778 (Toll Free)
Our DBE Supportive Services
Staff is available to answer any questions you may have about
the Mentor Protégé Program. If counseling is needed to
establish program eligibility, please email
our Columbus office to schedule a consultation.
Email -
Merka.Flynn@dot.state.oh.us
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