Underutilized Business Enterprise (UBE)

Creating Meaningful Opportunities for Small and Underutilized Firms in the Design-Build Industry

DBIA’s Underutilized Business Enterprise (UBE) program is designed to help small and underutilized firms fully engage in the design-build industry. We believe that a broad range of perspectives, roles, backgrounds and experiences strengthens decision-making, enhances the design-build process and leads to better outcomes for the communities we serve. With reduced-cost access to membership, education, certification and events, UBE firms can strengthen their capabilities, build meaningful connections and position themselves for new project opportunities.

A UBE includes any of the following businesses*: Small, disadvantaged, minority, women- or veteran-owned.

*DBIA will require name of certifying agency to qualify for UBE membership status.

Industry Partner membership for UBEs is discounted over 50% annually. Membership dues vary based on the size and type of organization.

UBE Member Benefit Highlights:

• Reduced Pricing: Lower rates on DBIA membership, education courses, certification workshops to become a DBIA® or Assoc. DBIA® designated professional, and conferences and events allow you to stay competitive without stretching your budget.
• Company-Wide Impact: Every employee in your firm can take advantage of DBIA benefits, helping you build capability across your entire team.
• Leadership & Committee Involvement: Opportunities to get involved at the National and Region levels, serving on Committees and Boards, shaping programs, contributing ideas and elevating your voice.
• Visibility with the Right Partners: Get discovered through DBIA’s exclusive Industry Match database, connecting you directly with Owners and design-build teams actively looking for firms like yours.
• Stronger Connections That Drive Real Work: Get in front of key decision-makers at DBIA events and build relationships through your included Region membership, where local connections and networking often turn into real project opportunities.
• Additional Benefits:
  • Membership in your local DBIA Region
  • Access to DBIA Membership Directory
  • Discounts on DBIA contract documents, forms and books through the online Bookstore
  • Subscription to industry news and insights in our weekly Insight e-newsletter
  • Complimentary access to all chapters of the Design-Build Manual of Practice