Standard DBE Operating Procedures are Temporarily on Pause!
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The United States Department of Transportation issued an Interim Final Rule (IFR) that amends the Federal Regulations that govern the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE and ACDBE) Programs. The IFR was published October 3, 2025.
In compliance with the IFR, the certification process for new DBE’s and the certifications of all existing DBE firms have been suspended pending the implementation of the new DBE certification guidelines consistent with the IFR. Standard operating procedures concerning business development center trainings and supportive services, and DBE Reporting and Data Management are being reevaluated and are temporarily on pause.
Please know that the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is working as quickly as possible to interpret and implement guidance mandating changes in federal regulations. An SCDOT memorandum dated October 17, 2025 includes a summary of the coordinated actions underway. This information may be viewed in the IFR. Additional guidance will be posted as it becomes available. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this process.
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Current DBE Reevaluation Status
- SCUCP has developed the reevaluation process and is currently awaiting final review from leadership, FHWA and the aviation association. Additional details forthcoming.
New Applications for DBE Certification
- New applications for DBE certification are currently suspended. New applications will be required to submit a personal narrative in addition to meeting certification standards at 49 CFR Part 26, Subpart D. USDOT has stated that the Uniform Certification Application and the Declaration of Eligibility form will be updated to reflect the regulatory changes to the DBE program issued in the Interim Final Rule (IFR) on October 3, 2025. New applicants must use these forms once they become available.
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