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You can download the entire application online. If you are accepted, you will need to update your application biannually. Those who have already been granted DBE certification status by the Sewerage and Water Board or under the New Orleans Aviation Board's SLDBE program do not need to apply for the City of New Orleans Disadvantaged Business Enterprise certification.

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Gather the following documentation:

Personal and corporate tax returns for the past three years
Operating licenses or other industry licenses (e.g. construction, agriculture, engineering or other professional licenses)
Bonding information
Bonding limits
Bonding company
Any loan agreements

2. Download and complete these forms:

To correctly categorize your business, consult these industry-specific codes:

North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes
Construction CSI codes

3. Submit your application and supporting documentation via certified mail, express mail or in person to:
Alvin Porter
DBE Certification
1340 Poydras, Suite 1000
New Orleans, LA 70112

Office of Supplier Diversity

Alvin Porter
Director
agporter@cityofno.com
658.4200

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