Pennsylvania Unified Certification Program (PA UCP)
What is PA UCP?
The Pennsylvania Unified Certification Program (PA UCP) is a comprehensive program for firms seeking certification as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) or an Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE). The PA UCP is established in accordance with 49 CFR Part 26 and 49 CFR Part 23.
The Department of Equity and Inclusion is a certifying participant in the PA UCP. The PA UCP Certified Vendor Directory can be accessed on the PA UCP website. Other certifications, such as through the State of Pennsylvania Department of General Services, may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
Qualifications
The PA UCP makes certification decisions on behalf of all agencies and organizations in Pennsylvania with respect to participation in the DBE and ACDBE programs.
For reference, please view the following documents for required information:
Apply for PA UCP
Our Role
We are a certifying participant in the PA UCP. PA UCP-certified DBEs can be found through the Pennsylvania Unified Certification Program (PA UCP) website. Other certifications, such as through the State of Pennsylvania Department of General Services, may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
Certification is free. There is no fee for applying for certification as a DBE with the county.
Certification counseling sessions are provided by the Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion to assist you in obtaining certification. See the Certification Counseling section below.
Certification Counseling Sessions
Certification counseling sessions are provided by the Allegheny County to assist qualifying businesses in obtaining certification.
There is no fee for applying for certification as a DBE with the county.
Please contact us directly at DEICertification@AlleghenyCounty.us or 412-350-4309 to schedule virtual counseling sessions.
PA UCP Application Assistance
For in-depth instructions on how to complete the application, click on the button below for instructional videos.
Certification Application Videos