From: "Friends of Transit" To: Subject: SPECIAL ADVISORY TO POTENTIAL CONSULTANTS & CONTRACTORS - DBE NETWORKING EVENT Date: Monday, August 22, 2005 11:22 AM SPECIAL ADVISORY TO POTENTIAL CONSULTANTS & CONTRACTORS DBE NETWORKING EVENT Overview: This networking event is being held to provide an opportunity for Metropolitan Phoenix area Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) to learn more about upcoming contracting opportunities with Valley Metro Rail and to meet consultants and general contractors who may be interested in pursuing those contracts. Prime consultants and contractors are encouraged to attend this event to meet with DBEs regarding future teaming opportunities. Valley Metro Rail staff and invited speakers will be presenting information regarding contracting opportunities for the current 20-mile program as well as future extensions. Where: Burton Barr Central Library Auditorium 1221 North Central Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85004 When: August 24, 2005 Time: 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. Please send your RSVP to mboyles@valleymetro.org If you have any questions or if further clarification is needed regarding this Special Advisory, please contact: Valley Metro Rail, Inc. Melissa L. Boyles DBE Program Manager 411 North Central Avenue, Suite 200 Phoenix, Arizona 85004 602/322-4421 mboyles@valleymetro.org