The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Business Opportunity and Workforce Development, or BOWD, unit provides supportive services to certified
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise firms through training, education, one-on-one technical assistance, identifying bidding opportunities, and other services.
The BOWD unit utilizes supportive services funds received from the Federal Highway Administration to provide free or cost-effective services individually or in conjunction with other partner organizations, state agencies and businesses.
A primary purpose of the supportive services effort is to increase the number of businesses that have a work specialty related to the highway construction industry participating in the
Federal-aid Highway Program in accordance with 49 CFR Part 26, and contribute to the growth and eventual self-sufficiency of participating firms. In addition to highway construction, the BOWD Unit can assist with identifying contract opportunities within other NCDOT "modes" of transportation such as Aviation, Railways, Ports and Ferries.
We are eager to work with you and help you grow and sustain your business. Once you become a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise you will be eligible to participate in BOWD services and programs.