Follow the steps to successfully complete the application.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the DOT Uniform Certification Application and open it in an editable format.
2. Begin with Section 1: Certification Information. Enter the contact name and title of the individual filling out the application. Provide the legal name of your firm, primary phone number, and email address. Ensure you fill in the street and mailing addresses clearly.
3. In Section 1B, indicate your firm's prior certifications. Check the appropriate box if your firm is currently certified and provide the relevant details. If your firm has faced any previous certification issues, clearly outline them in the provided spaces.
4. Proceed to Section 2: General Information. Describe your firm's primary activities and list the applicable NAICS codes. State when your firm was established and any other ownership details. Ensure to include your firm’s gross receipts over the last three years.
5. In Section 3, you will provide detailed information on the majority owner(s). Ensure to include personal details such as gender, ethnicity, citizenship status, and investment details that indicate ownership and the method of acquisition.
6. Continue to Section 4: Control. Document the roles of your firm’s officers and board of directors, including any management positions held with other companies. State the inventory, equipment, and financial information clearly.
7. If you are applying for ACDBE certification, complete Section 5 regarding airport concessions, including off-airport locations and types of operations.
8. Finally, review your application thoroughly for accuracy. Save any changes you have made. You may now download, print, or share the completed application if necessary.

Start filling out the DOT Uniform Certification Application online today to ensure your business can participate in the DBE/ACDBE program.