DBE Certification

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) 534A24-1 provides specialized Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification and compliance services across the state of Ohio. The contract focuses on comprehensive support for the Ohio Unified Certification Program, including detailed services such as reviewing and refining DBE and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program Standard Operating Procedures, conducting certification investigations, processing annual updates, performing on-site reviews, and managing certification triennial reviews. The IDV enables ODOT and associated certifying authorities like the City of Dayton and Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority to maintain robust compliance with federal DBE regulations under 49 CFR Parts 23 and 26.

Contract Service Innovations LLC (CSI) was awarded this competitive selection contract by ODOT, with an initial period of performance from January 8, 2025, to August 31, 2026. The contract, which covers the state of Ohio, has been amended to extend its original term and provides fixed hourly rates for professional services ranging from $65.00 to $143.75 per hour across different labor categories including Managers, Technical Lead, and Technical Associate. The IDV is specifically categorized under UNSPSC code 86000000 for Education and Training Services and represents a targeted procurement for specialized DBE certification and compliance support within Ohio's transportation infrastructure ecosystem.