Question 1

What is the ACDBE program?

Accepted Answer

The Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Program is a federal initiative governed by 49 CFR Part 23. It is designed to create a level playing field for small, disadvantaged businesses to participate in airport concession opportunities funded by the FAA.

Question 2

Who administers ACDBE certification in Austin?

Accepted Answer

The City of Austin’s Small and Minority Business Resources Department (SMBR) is the local certifying agency. SMBR operates under the Texas Unified Certification Program (TUCP) and certifies eligible firms for ACDBE participation across Texas.

Question 3

What are the eligibility requirements to become ACDBE certified?

Accepted Answer

To qualify for ACDBE certification through SMBR, a firm must be 51% owned by a disadvantaged individual, meet SBA size standards, have a personal net worth under $2.047M, be for-profit and independent, and the owner must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

Question 4

What types of businesses are considered concessionaires under ACDBE?

Accepted Answer

Businesses that operate directly on airport property selling goods or services to the public (like food vendors or retail shops), as well as businesses that supply goods or services to on-airport concessionaires (e.g., advertising, transportation, staffing, IT, janitorial services).

Question 5

How does the certification process work?

Accepted Answer

Submit an application through SMBR or another TUCP partner agency.

Provide documentation including tax returns, licenses, personal financial statements, and business ownership records.

SMBR conducts a site visit to verify business operations and ownership control.

A final certification decision i

Question 6

How do I get started with the certification process?

Accepted Answer

Attend SMBR’s Pre-Certification Workshop to learn more about certification, its benefits, and how to begin. https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/pre-certification-workshops-2310799

Question 7

What is the benefit of ACDBE certification?

Accepted Answer

Increased visibility in a statewide directory used by airports and prime contractors.

Access to exclusive opportunities for airport concession contracts and subcontracts.

Credibility with public sector agencies and large concession management companies.

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