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One of the goals of the DBESS is to assist in certifying Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) firms according to Title 49, Part 26 of the Code of Federal Regulations. This is accomplished by a thorough analysis of the application with the supporting documents and on-site interview. Only small business firms that are independently owned and controlled in both substance and form by one or more socially and economically disadvantaged persons are certified. The entire process takes approximately 90 days once a complete application is received. If supporting documentation, signatures, or notarizations are missing, or if additional information is needed, the application is considered to be incomplete. Once certified, the firm will be listed in the Department's Registry of Certified DBE when updated online at the beginning of each month. Only small business concerns as defined by the United States Small Business Administration which are owned and controlled by one or more socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, can be certified as a DBE. Owned and controlled means:
Fill out the following forms to begin your certification process. For more information go to the WV DOT website. Mail the completed forms to: Division of Highways |