Municue
Fort Worth, TX

Small Contractor Development Program

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The Small Contractor Development Program is a planned component of the City of Fort Worth's Small Business Development Program. It is intended to support small construction contractors through surety bond support and construction management training. The broader city program aims to expand local small business access to procurement, certification assistance, and contracting opportunities.
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Economic Development2
HUB International1
Devoyd Jennings Business Assistance Center1
HUB International Insurance Services, Inc.1
Small Business Development Program1
Merriwether & Williams Insurance Services1
Construction Training Academy1
Orlando Fernandez1
Accelerate Fort Worth1
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September 2026

Press Release
Fort Worth Press Releases →

A new free eight-week Construction Training Academy, facilitated by Merriwether & Williams Insurance Services, will help small contractors qualify for and bid on City construction projects. Two cohorts are offered in 2026-2027, with outreach events in October.

Construction Training Academy helps contractors bid on City projects

April 2026

Purchase Of Equipment, Materials, And Services Consent
CITY COUNCIL →

Authorizes a new agreement with HUB International Insurance Services, Inc. for consultant services supporting the Small Contractor Development Program at up to $250,000 annually for one year, with four one-year renewal options at the same amount, for the Economic Development Department.

(ALL) Authorize Execution of an Agreement with HUB International Insurance Services, Inc. for Consultant Services for the Small Contractor Development Program in an Annual Amount Up to $250,000.00 for

Informal Report
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION →

An informal update on the Small Contractor Development Program, presented by Economic Development Assistant Director Ori Fernandez.

Update on Small Contractor Development Program - Ori Fernandez, Economic Development Assistant Director