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Maryland MDOT MBE Certification – Native American Track (State Contracts)
Maryland's MBE law explicitly includes Native Americans among the groups presumed to be socially and economically disadvantaged; MDOT MBE certification is available to Native American-owned businesses; state agencies must meet a 29% MBE goal; no federally recognized tribes exist in Maryland but individuals of Native American heritage qualify; MDOT holds monthly application assistance workshops.
About this program
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Eligibility
Maryland businesses at least 51% owned and controlled by a Native American individual; Native American is an explicitly presumed disadvantaged category under Maryland MBE law; must also meet income and net worth thresholds.
Requirements
- At least 51% owned and controlled by a Native American individual
- Native American status is a presumed social and economic disadvantage under Maryland MBE law
- Apply through MDOT OMBE at mbe.mdot.maryland.gov