DIVERSITY PROGRAM FOR CONTRACTS Clause Samples
The Diversity Program for Contracts clause establishes requirements or incentives for contractors to promote diversity and inclusion within their workforce or subcontracting practices. Typically, this clause may require contractors to submit diversity plans, report on the participation of minority- or women-owned businesses, or meet specific diversity benchmarks as part of their contractual obligations. Its core function is to encourage equitable opportunities and representation in contract performance, addressing disparities and fostering a more inclusive business environment.
DIVERSITY PROGRAM FOR CONTRACTS. The District, recipient of federal financial assistance from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is committed to and has adopted a Diversity Program for Contracts in accordance with Federal Regulation 49 C.F.R. Part 26, issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT). It is the policy of the District to ensure nondiscrimination in the award and administration of all contracts and to create a level playing field on which Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) and Small Business Enterprises (SBEs) can compete fairly for contracts and subcontracts relating to the District’s construction, procurement and professional services activities. To this end, the District has developed procedures to remove barriers to DBE and SBE participation in the bidding and award process and to assist DBEs and SBEs to develop and compete successfully outside the DBE Program. In connection with the performance of this contract, the Contractor will cooperate with the District in meeting these commitments and objectives. The District reserves the right to require that the Contractor provide additional DBE/SBE information. Pursuant to 49 C.F.R. §26.13 and as a material term of any agreement with the District, the Contractor hereby makes the following assurance and agrees to include this assurance in any agreements it makes with Subcontractors in the performance of this Contract: The Contractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this Contract. The Contractor shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 26 in the award and administration of U.S. DOT-assisted contracts. Further, the Contractor agrees to comply with all provisions prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d et seq., and with U.S. DOT regulations, "Nondiscrimination in Federally-Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation – Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act," 49 C.F.R. Part 21. The Contractor shall obtain the same assurances from its joint venture partners, subcontractors, and subconsultants by including this assurance in all subcontracts entered into under this Contract. Failure by the Contractor to carry out these requirements is a material breach of this Contract, which may result in the termination of this Contract or such other remedy as the Distric...
DIVERSITY PROGRAM FOR CONTRACTS. The contractor is advised that MST, recipient of federal financial assistance from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is committed to and has adopted a Diversity Program for Contracts in accordance with federal regulations 49 CFR Part 26, issued by U.S. DOT. It is the policy of MST to ensure nondiscrimination in the award and administration of U.S. DOT-assisted contracts and to create a level playing field on which Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) can compete fairly for contracts and subcontracts relating to MST’s professional services activities. To this end, MST has developed procedures to remove barriers to assist DBEs to develop and compete successfully outside of the DBE program. In connection with the performance of this contract, the Contractor will cooperate with MST in meeting these commitments and objectives.
DIVERSITY PROGRAM FOR CONTRACTS. The District, recipient of federal financial assistance from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is committed to and has adopted a Diversity Program for Contracts in accordance with Federal Regulations 49 CFR Part 26, issued by the U. S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT). It is the policy of the District to ensure nondiscrimination in the award and administration of all contracts and to create a level playing field on which Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) can compete fairly for Contracts and subcontracts relating to the District's construction, procurement and professional services activities. To this end, the District has developed procedures to remove barriers to DBE participation in the bidding and award process and to assist DBEs to develop and compete successfully outside of the DBE Program. In connection with the performance of this Contract, the Contractor will cooperate with the District in meeting these commitments and objectives. The District reserves the right to require the Contractor to provide additional DBE information. Pursuant to 49 CFR §26.13, and as a material term of any agreement with the District, the Contractor hereby makes the following assurance and agrees to include this assurance in any agreements it makes with Subcontractors in the performance of this Contract: The Contractor or Subcontractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this Contract. The Contractor shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 in the award and administration of U.S. DOT-assisted Contracts. Failure by the Contractor or Subcontractor to carry out these requirements is a material breach of this Contract, which may result in the termination of this Contract or such other remedy as the District deems appropriate.
DIVERSITY PROGRAM FOR CONTRACTS. District, recipient of federal financial assistance the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is committed to and has adopted a Diversity Program for Contracts in accordance with Federal Regulations 49 CFR Part 26, issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT). It is the policy of District to ensure nondiscrimination in the award and administration of all contracts and to create a level playing field on which Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) can compete fairly for contracts and subcontracts relating to District's construction, procurement and the professional service activities. To this end, District has developed procedures to remove barriers to DBE participation in the bidding and award process and to assist DBEs to develop and compete successfully outside of the DBE program. In connection with the performance of services under this Agreement, Consultant will cooperate with District in meeting these commitments and objectives. Pursuant to 49 CFR §26.13 and as a material term of this Agreement with District, Consultant hereby makes the following assurance and agrees to include this assurance in any agreements it makes with subconsultants in the performance of services under this Agreement: The Consultant or subconsultant shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The Consultant shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 in the award and administration of U.S. DOT-assisted contracts. Further, the Consultant agrees to comply with all provisions prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 USC §§ 2000d et seq., and with U.S. DOT regulations, Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation — Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, 49 CFR Part