Confirm your business meets the criteria here.
MBE Certification: Start Your Journey Here
Who Can Apply: Businesses demonstrating ownership, management, and control by minority individuals.
Certification Process Overview
Document Preparation
Gather necessary documentation outlined here
Application Submission
Complete and submit your application online, including payment.
Evaluation
Undergo a desk audit and site visit to verify business details.
Committee Review
Your application will be reviewed by the certification compliance committee.
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Board Decision
The Board of Directors will make the final approval.
Notification
Receive your certification status, valid for 1 year with annual renewal required.
Are you ready to get Certified?
Certification Benefits
Certification Fees
Class 1
(< $1M): $400
Class 2
($1M – $9.99M): $650
Class 3
($10M – $49.9M): $1,050
Class 4
($50M and above): $1,400
Expedited Processing
Additional $350
Need Help? For questions or more information, contact us at certification@hmsdc.org.