Equal opportunity in contracting

Learn about contracting opportunities with WSDOT and how we can help diverse businesses.

Capacity Building Mentorship

Learn how underrepresented firms can qualify to perform work on transportation-related projects.

Contact equal opportunity in contracting

Get in touch with questions and comments.

Diverse business programs

Learn about programs and tools available to help diverse businesses contract with us.

Equal Employment Opportunity Contract Compliance

Achieve a diverse workforce by promoting workforce development inclusive of minorities and females.

File a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise complaint

If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination or harassment in violation of your civil rights, or have a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) issue related to prompt pay, certification, retainage or fraud, you or someone on your behalf may file a complaint with Office of Equity and Civil Rights.

Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance

Learn about compliance with tribal workforce laws.

Learn more about work zone safety

Slow down – lives are on the line.

In 2022, speeding continued to be a top reason for work zone crashes.

Even one life lost is too many.

Each year about 670 people are killed nationally in highway work zones. In 2022, Washington had six fatal work zone crashes on state roads.

It's in EVERYONE’S best interest.

95% of people hurt in work zones are drivers, their passengers or passing pedestrians, not just our road crews.