Wayne County Airport Authority
Wayne County Airport Authority

SBE FAQs

  • Where can I find information on applying for certification ?

    WCAA Vendors must complete the application process here. Online training is available if you feel it is necessary before you utilize the online application program.

  • Where can I get help with the SBE application website?

    Click Here

  • Is training required for the SBE certification application?

    Training is recommended, but it is not required.

  • Where can I get training?

    Visit Here and click “Training”

  • What are the requirements?

    • To begin, you need:
      • To have been in business and operating for at least one (1) year,
      • Proof of Business Location (must be headquartered  within the Air Trade Area (Michigan Counties: Genesee, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne), and
      • 5 years signed Income Tax Returns 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.
    • To obtain Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Certification and for a complete list of requirements, click Here

  • Is SBE the same as DBE?

    No, the WCAA Small Business Enterprise (SBE) program is not the same as our Disadvantaged Business Programs.  For more information about those programs click Here.

  • Where can I ask more questions about the SBE program?

    Send an email to Business Diversity or contact us at (734) 955-5785

  • I need to look for a SBE partner (Prime or Subcontractor), can you help?

    All currently certified WCAA SBEs have been added to the new directory, which can be accessed in the WCAA Diversity Compliance System. Click here to access the WCAA Diversity Compliance System.

  • Where can I find a list or directory of Certified SBE's? Can I partner with another SBE?

    Visit Here and click “Search Certified Directory”

  • Where can I find more information about the Purchasing/Solicitation process?

    Please click here to visit our Procurement page for more details.

  • What is a NAICS code?

    A North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is a numeric code that classifies businesses by industry: The federal government uses NAICS codes to collect, analyze, and publish statistical data about the U.S. economy. They are also used for administrative, regulatory, contracting, and taxation purposes. NAICS codes are 2 to 6 digits long. The digits indicate the company's sector, subsector, industry group, industry, and national industry. Businesses can use NAICS codes to understand their customers and differentiate themselves from competitors, Apply for loans, Identify relevant tax incentives.  NAICS codes are not the same as Employer Identification Numbers (EINs), which are assigned by the IRS. 

  • Where can I find my NAICS codes?

    NAICS codes can be located using the Census Bureau site. Click here for more info. You can also locate your NAICS codes on your tax documents (ex., Form 1040 Profit & Loss, Schedule C, Box B).

  • How do I find out about SBE opportunities?

    Please visit our Diversity Compliance System and click on the button “VIEW OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES”

  • Where can I learn about more opportunities for SBEs?

    You can find information about our SBE programming Here and here

    • Simple Application Process:

    • Get Certified Online: Our user-friendly portal ensures a quick and easy SBE certification application
      process.

    • Start Today: Click here to access the WCAA Diversity Compliance System and submit your
      application for certification. No LOG-IN REQUIRED. Go directly to the APPLY FOR/RENEW
      CERTIFICATION button to get started.

    Support at Every Step:

    • Dedicated Team: Business Diversity is ready to guide you through the process and address
      your questions.

    • Real-time Assistance: Access help through the online portal. For technical assistance, click the
      "Contact Support" button on the application site. For questions about the application, speak directly
      with a team member at (734) 955-5785.

    Don't miss this chance to expand your business! Apply for SBE certification today and unlock a world of
    possibilities at Detroit Metro Airport. You can also look at upcoming opportunities by accessing our
    Procurement page. We also administer the USDOT DBE and ACDBE programs. Click here for more
    information.