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Maryland MDOT MBE Certification – Disability-Owned Business Track (State Contracts)

Maryland's MBE law explicitly includes persons with disabilities among the groups presumed to be socially and economically disadvantaged; MDOT MBE certification is available to disability-owned businesses; state agencies must meet a 29% MBE goal; the federal DBE Interim Final Rule (October 2025) does not affect the state MBE program; MDOT holds monthly application assistance workshops.

About this program

Visit the program website for full details.

Eligibility

Maryland businesses at least 51% owned and controlled by a person with a disability; disability is explicitly listed as a presumed social and economic disadvantage category under Maryland MBE law; must also meet income and net worth thresholds.

Requirements

  • At least 51% owned and controlled by a person with a disability
  • Person with a disability is presumed socially and economically disadvantaged under Maryland MBE law
  • Apply through MDOT OMBE at mbe.mdot.maryland.gov