Information for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs)

On September 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced changes to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program that will directly affect DBEs. The new interim final rule, which became effective October 3, 2025, removes race- and sex-based presumptions of disadvantage and requires all DBE firms to undergo recertification. Until recertification is complete, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and other Wisconsin DBE-certifying agencies may not set DBE goals for new contracts or count DBE participation toward existing goals. Existing contracts are not expected to be impacted, but future bids (October 2025 and beyond) will reflect these updated requirements.
 
Although no DBE goals will be assigned until the DBE recertification process is complete, please continue to reach out to prime contractors to express your interest in working on projects. WisDOT is working on developing a DBE recertification process and will share details on the process in the coming weeks. We encourage you to stay informed and appreciate your attention to this matter.​

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Civil Rights and Compliance System (CRCS)

A web-based application for WisDOT and its many partners throughout the state and nation. CRCS provides access to the contact information for every registered firm.

Firms planning on bidding on WisDOT construction projects should register for CRCS.

Note - Firms only need to register once.

After registering, you can access CRCS and log in.

Log in to CRCS

  • Enter user ID and password
  • Click submit
  • Click report
  • Click bidder's list

Questions about CRCS, contact: Paul Ndon, paul.ndon@dot.wi.gov

Firms looking for prime contracts in construction and design engineering must first register with the Department. The registration process culminates in a firm's inclusion on the Roster of Eligible Engineering Consultants. There is a biennial renewal process for all firms on the roster, but new firms may register at any time. View more information about consulting for WisDOT.

WisDOT Consultant Financial Report (CFR)

Bi-annual Consultant Report

Consultant Administration Reporting System (CARS)
Payment information and requirements for consultants

Masterworks
Contracting and work orders for consultants​​