The Wayne County Airport Authority receives federal funding for airport improvement projects and administers a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program, which includes Airport Concession DBEs (ACDBEs). Our policy is to ensure DBEs and ACDBEs have maximum opportunity to participate in construction, professional services, concession, and management contracts, consistent with federal regulations (49 CFR Parts 23 and 26) and without discrimination.
Small businesses where socially and economically disadvantaged individuals own and control at least 51% of the company. Focuses on construction and professional services contracts.
Similar to DBE but specifically for airport concession opportunities including retail, food service, and other passenger amenities. Owned and controlled by individuals that are both socially and economically disadvantaged.
Similar to DBE but specifically for airport concession opportunities including retail, food service, and other passenger amenities. Owned and controlled by individuals that are both socially and economically disadvantaged.
DBE and ACDBE certifications are obtained through the Michigan Unified Certification Program (MUCP). Firms may be certified by only one MUCP agency, but certification is honored by all federal DOT grant recipients in Michigan.
Submit detailed business information, financial records, and ownership documentation.
Agency conducts thorough review of your application and supporting documents.
Upon approval, receive certification valid across all Michigan DOT recipients.
The Airport Authority sets DBE and ACDBE participation goals before contracts are awarded and actively monitors compliance throughout the project.
Important: Firms must be certified before contract award for participation to count toward DBE/ACDBE goals.
Participation for DBE and ACDBE contracts must be reported to the Wayne County Airport Authority through the reporting documents listed:
In complying with the referenced regulations, the Airport Authority sets triennial DBE and ACDBE overall goals. Explore current 3-Year DBE goals:
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Program documents:
Wayne County Airport Authority L.C. Smith Terminal Detroit, MI 48242
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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is Michigan’s busiest airport, connecting over 30 million passengers annually through world-class terminals and global flight routes.
