South Carolina Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
SCDOT’s certification for qualifying independent small businesses. [South Carolina SBE guidance]
South Carolina Department of Transportation. South Carolina program. Official program information
Sources reviewed .
Who qualifies
For-profit businesses controlled entirely by eligible owners who actively manage the business and meet the program’s economic limits. [South Carolina SBE guidance]
- The page lists a $9.5 million three-year average gross-receipts limit and a $2.047 million owner personal-net-worth limit. [South Carolina SBE guidance]
- Operate independently of non-SBE firms and cooperate with document requests. Newly formed operating firms may qualify. [South Carolina SBE guidance]
Cost
A certification fee is not stated in the official sources reviewed. Ask the agency before applying. [South Carolina SBE guidance]
Processing time
SCDOT states that review may take up to 90 days. [SCDOT SBE application process]
What it unlocks
- Certification recognized by USDOT recipients in South Carolina and visibility in the certified-business directory. [South Carolina SBE guidance]
How to apply
- Check the SBE ownership, independence and economic criteria. [South Carolina SBE guidance] Read SBE eligibility.
- Submit the linked application for SCDOT review and provide any requested information. [SCDOT SBE application process] Get the SBE application.