In complying with the referenced regulations, the Airport Authority sets triennial DBE and ACDBE overall goals. The current 3-Year DBE goal is as follows:

• WCAA 3-Year DBE Goal for FY 2023 – 2025
• WCAA 3 Year (2024 - 2026) Car Rental ACDBE Goal
• WCAA 3 Year (2024 - 2026) Non-Car Rental ACDBE Goal

Participation for DBE and ACDBE contracts must be reported to the Wayne County Airport Authority through the following reporting documents:

• DBE Monthly Progress Report (Professional Services)
• ACDBE Monthly Participation Report (Concessionaire)
• ACDBE Monthly Participation Report (Concessionaire) Instructions
• ACDBE Monthly Participation Report (Management)

Pursuant to 49 CFR 26.29 and the WCAA DBE Program policy, prime contractors on federally assisted contracts must pay all subcontractors for satisfactory performance of their contracts no later than ten (10) calendar days after the prime contractor has received a partial payment from the Airport Authority. When the Airport Authority has made an incremental acceptance of a portion of a prime contract, the work of a subcontractor covered by that acceptance is deemed to be satisfactorily completed. Prime contractors are also required to promptly return full payment of subcontractor retainage within ten (10) calendar days after the subcontractor's work is satisfactorily completed.

The following report lists the WCAA payment dates for all active federally assisted contracts and is updated on a weekly basis:
CY2024 Prompt Payment Report

If there are any prompt payment violations/concerns please submit a complaint to
[email protected] with the subject "Prompt Payment - Attn: DBE Liaison Officer".

Vendors MUST be certified at the time of contract bid.

Michigan Unified Certification Program (MUCP)
DBE and ACDBE certifications are obtained through one of three Michigan certifying agencies of the MUCP. The MUCP and certifying agencies internet links are as follows:

MUCP

• Michigan Department of Transportation
• Wayne County Human Relations Business Inclusion
• Detroit Department of Transportation

DBEs and ACDBEs may be certified by only one MUCP agency, however the certification will be honored by all federal DOT grant recipients in the state of Michigan (49CFR § 26.83 (b) (2)). A firm must be certified by a MUCP agency before the Airport Authority awards a contract in order for the firm’s work to be credited toward the achievement of a DBE or ACDBE goal set by the Airport Authority.

If you wish to become a concessionaire, ACDBE certification can be obtained by submitting an application to Wayne County Human Relations Business Inclusion.

WCAA DBE/ACDBE Programs

• WCAA Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program (CFR 49, Part 26)
• WCAA Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program (ACDBE) (CFR 49, Part 23)

DBE and ACDBE Program Administration
The Airport Authority works diligently to set realistic DBE and ACDBE goals during the Pre-Contract Award phase of contract solicitations. Additionally, the Airport Authority closely tracks and monitors contractors’ DBE or ACDBE participation achievement during the Post-Contract Award phase. As such, contractors participating on these types of projects at Detroit Metro and Willow Run Airports must submit monthly participation reports to the Airport Authority to be deemed compliant, under their agreement. Compliance further requires the active monitoring of contractors’ progress toward their DBE or ACDBE commitment. Monitoring includes on and off-airport work site inspections, including contractors’ and concessionaires’ administration offices and warehouses.

Pre-Contract Award Phase - During the Pre-Contract Award Phase, Prime Contractors are required to submit their proposed DBE plan orACDBE plan. Pre-contract award DBE and ACDBE forms are part of the solicitation process and included in any solicitation that has federal funds associated with the contract.

Post-Contract Award Phase - During the Post-Contract Award Phase, Prime Contractors are required to submit monthly reports of DBE or ACDBE participation.

• DBE Monthly Progress Report (Professional Services)
• ACDBE Monthly Participation Report (Concessionaire)
• ACDBE Monthly Participation Report (Concessionaire) Instructions
• ACDBE Monthly Participation Report (Management)

The Wayne County Airport Authority (Airport Authority) receives federal funds for airport improvement projects. As such, the Airport Authority is mandated to have a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program, which includes Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (ACDBEs). It is the Airport Authority’s policy that DBEs shall have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of construction and professional service contracts, and that ACDBEs shall have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of concession and management services contracts. The rules and regulations governing the DBE and ACDBE Program are found in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Parts 23 and 26. All contractors performing work for the Airport Authority under federal grant programs are required to take all necessary and reasonable steps, as defined in 49 CFR, Parts 23 and 26, for DBEs and ACDBEs to participate on contracts without discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin or sex.

The Airport Authority reviews overall goals each year for DBE and ACDBE participation in construction, professional services, concessions and management services contracts. DBE and ACDBE, per 49 CFR Parts 23 and 26, are defined as follows:

• A DBE is a for-profit small business owned and controlled by individuals that are both socially and economically disadvantaged
• An ACDBE is a for-profit concession owned and controlled by individuals that are both socially and economically disadvantaged

Wayne County Airport Authority Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program
ON-LINE SBE CERTIFICATION PROCESS

Before starting the application for SBE certification, let’s confirm you are ready. Use the checklist below to review required application elements and to prepare for the application process.

SBE Program Application Checklist

• Business in operation for a minimum of one (1) year with signed federal taxes filed and ready for upload
• Gross receipts available for the last three (3) years
• Taxes filed and available for any affiliate firms and partners
• Full-time physical business headquarters located within the ATA
• Proof of physical headquarters location (ex., deed, lease, utility bill)
• W-9 form, if applicable
• EIN number available
• NAICS codes available (click here to check your codes)

IMPORTANT SBE APPLICATION INFORMATION – WCAA Vendors must complete the application process using our Diversity Compliance System, click here. 

No LOG-IN REQUIRED. Go directly to the APPLY FOR/RENEW CERTIFICATION button to get started.

1.Click APPLY FOR/RENEW CERTIFICATION to begin

2. The link takes you here to start your application.

NOTE: Training sign-up link in the top right corner.

Training is recommended, but it is not required. Please make sure to give yourself ample time to complete the training and application process if your company plans to bid on an upcoming solicitation with the WCAA. Clicking on the training link takes you outside the Detroit Metro/Willow Run site. Click on the “Our Main Site” link to return.

WCAA SBE Certifications are valid for a period of 3 years and may be renewed provided the eligibility requirements are still met and a new application is submitted. To ensure compliance with the WCAA Procurement Ordinance, the Airport Authority will monitor Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation on non-federally funded contracts and require the submittal of SBE Participation Progress Reports to facilitate the tracking of funds paid to Airport Authority certified SBEs.
SBE Participation – Progress Report

Most questions/concerns can be addressed directly by clicking the "Contact Support" button in the application
portal. For further information on the Small Business Enterprise Program or application assistance, contact the
Business Diversity Unit at (734) 955-5785 or email us [email protected].

Benefits of Joining our SBE Program:

• Amplified contract possibilities: Actively embrace SBE involvement through established goals, enticing incentives; with the use of equalization credits, and specialized procurement channels.
• Heightened visibility: Expand your reach with our online directory, exclusive networking events, and subcontracting prospects.
• Effortless navigation: Our intuitive online portal ensures a swift and convenient SBE certification process, streamlining your journey to success.
• Committed support: Rely on our Business Diversity Unit at every turn, providing comprehensive training, valuable resources, and personalized
  assistance.

The SBE program encourages participation through the use of the following mechanisms:

• SBE Percentage Goals
• SBE Equalization Credits
• SBE Development Contracts

Businesses are eligible to take advantage of these benefits by meeting the certification eligibility requirements listed below and submitting a WCAA SBE certification application.

Eligibility Criteria includes:

• Businesses are independently owned and operated and headquartered within the Air Trade Area (Michigan counties: Genesee, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne)
• Average annual gross receipts over the most recent 3-year period OR average number of employees in the preceding completed 12 calendar months (where applicable) that do not exceed the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Size Standards

For further information on the Small Business Enterprise Program, contact the Business Diversity Unit at (734) 245-5785 or email us [email protected].