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In this regard all recipients or contractors shall take all necessary and reasonable steps in accordance with 49 CFR Part 23 to ensure that disadvantaged business enterprises have the maximum opportunity to compete for and perform contracts. Recipients and their contractors shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the award and performance of Department of Transportation-assisted contracts. Failure of a contractor or subcontractor to carry out the requirements set forth in paragraph 23.43(a) of 49 CFR Part 23 shall constitute a breach of contract and, after notification of the Department of Transportation, may result in termination of the Agreement or contract by the recipient or such remedy as the recipient deems appropriate. 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This clause often specifies minimum participation goals for DBEs, outlines reporting and documentation procedures to verify compliance, and may require good faith efforts to solicit and subcontract work to qualified DBEs. Its core practical function is to promote diversity and equal opportunity in contracting by ensuring that businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals have meaningful opportunities to participate in public or private projects."}, "json": true, "cursor": ""}}