The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) proudly supports our armed forces and is committed to meeting the 6% Statewide Participation Goal for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOBs).

To ensure your participation counts toward the NFTA’s SDVOB goals, New York State (NYS) Certification is required. Certification not only makes your firm eligible for NFTA opportunities but also opens the door to contracting opportunities with numerous other New York State agencies and authorities.

How to Get Started

1. Register as a Potential NFTA Supplier
Go to nfta.com, navigate to Doing Business → Hover over Procurement → Bids list, and complete the registration process. Select the categories that best match your services. Registered suppliers will receive direct email notifications when bids in their categories open. (Note: all bids must be downloaded directly from our website.)

For engineering, consulting, and construction opportunities, visit nftaengineering.com.

2. Apply for NYS SDVOB Certification
Learn more and apply through the official website, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB) Application.

3. Develop a Capability Statement
A capability statement is a one-page résumé for your business. It highlights your core competencies and key information that helps potential customers and partners quickly understand your firm’s strengths.

4. Attend Pre-Bid Meetings
Pre-bid meetings, listed in each Bid or Request for Proposal (RFP), are valuable networking opportunities. They allow you to connect directly with Prime Contractors who may be bidding on projects. When MWBE or SDVOB participation goals are in place, Prime Contractors actively look for certified firms to partner with. Be prepared with plenty of Capability Statements and Business Cards to leave a strong impression.