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Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)

Attention all DBE’s, Hoffman Construction Company is seeking your quotes!

DBE Contractors

We invite you to submit quotes!

DURING FY2024, HOFFMAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

Utilized 81 DBE Subcontractors, Truckers & Suppliers on 12 Wisconsin projects totaling $22,500,000

OVER THE PAST 5 YEARS, HOFFMAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

Has met or exceeded the DBE goal/ commitment on 29 different projects between Wisconsin and Minnesota. Including 10 projects with no DBE goal, paid DBE on all non-private work.

During the same period, out of $87,250,000 DBE commitments, Hoffman has paid $99,000,000 to DBE Subcontractors, Truckers & Suppliers.

Does Hoffman Construction Company accept quotes in areas we might self-perform?

Yes, we do! We support this federal rule and (if needed) we consider areas we might self-perform an opportunity to provide in the field assistance and training if we award your quote.

Where can DBE’s find the plans, specifications & addenda?

For WISDOT projects, please visit the Wisconsin Department of Transportation internet site at the following link:

Highway Construction Contract Information (HCCI)

Follow this link and search for the “Bid Letting” heading to download plans, proposals & addenda.

For MNDOT projects, please visit the Minnesota Department of Transportation internet site at the following link:

Bid Letting – MnDOT (state.mn.us)

Follow this link to the “E-Plan Room”, you will need a QuestCDN account to download plans, proposals & addenda.

What should your quote include?

All the costs required to complete the items you propose to perform including labor, equipment, material, and related bonding or insurance. The quote should also note items that you are DBE certified to perform, tied items, and any special terms. Please use the ‘DBE Response Form’ link below as your cover sheet for your quote.

Do you have a question regarding bonding, credit, insurance, equipment, or supplies/materials?

We welcome all questions! Please call (or email) Hoffman Construction Company and ask to speak with Brad Eberhardt, 715-284-2512 Ext. 113, (quotes@hoffcons.com). Hoffman Construction also recommends Northern Escrow, Inc. in West St. Paul (651) 457-9621 as a trusted industry partner for your surety needs.

When are quotes due?

July 7th, 2025 at 5:00PM. We accept quotes via SBN, email, or fax. Please make every effort to have your quotes in by this time or earlier. Quality check your quote so it includes correct letting date, project ID, proposal number, unit price and extension.

Who can DBE’s contact for questions, information, clarification or for a quote evaluation

Brad Eberhardt (715) 284-2512 Ext. 113, ( quotes@hoffcons.com ). If you are quoting Hoffman Construction Company for the first time, we encourage you to meet with us face-to-face to discuss the project. Our office hours are 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Why partner with Hoffman Construction Company?

DBE partnership is a core part of Hoffman Construction Company’s mission. Including DBE’s at the beginning of each project is essential in the success of each project. We consider DBE’s to be important industry partners who bring dedication and knowledge at various stages during construction. We are proud to be an industry leader with our DBE partnership. Your success as a DBE is our success.

Are you a non-DBE WisDOT Subcontractor?

Then the drop down information would be — If yes, we welcome your quotes but also strongly encourage you to utilize DBEs within your quotes, in areas of DBE trucking, materials and/or supplies. DBE participation is a factor that Hoffman Construction Co takes into consideration when awarding quotes