Trucking AUTHORITY SERVICES by BLUE RIDGE TM LLC

THE TESTING FACILITIES for our USDOT drug and alcohol program are Quest facilities, conveniently located all over the country. We have provided a link above so you can locate the closest facility to you, which is important for maintaining compliance with your trucking authority and obtaining your broker authority.

PRICING

NO Contract

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NO bogus fees for forms, postage, processing, or mail fees

$35 Enrollment fee (non-refundable)

US DOT Audit packet included to help you with your audit related to your MC number!

$10 per month per driver

$35 Annual fee

$65 Random drug test

$50 Alcohol test

$65 Pre-employment test

$65 All other drug tests, such as reasonable suspicion & post-accident

$75 Supervisory training (if you have employees)

Our Drug & Alcohol program is contracted with Quest.

***NO forms required, everything is done electronically***

There are NO hidden fees, no postage fees, or form fees. All fees are clearly listed in our contract for your peace of mind.

UCR (Unified Carrier Registration) is essential, and you definitely do not want to be caught without it! The UCR plan replaces the single state registration and is an annual requirement that must be in place when you file for your trucking authority. 

Who is required to register and pay fees under the UCR system? 

1. Operations requiring a USDOT # for "interstate" transportation. 

2. Operations requiring an MC number from FMCSA (regulated authority) for broker authority. 

3. Interstate brokers. 

4. Interstate leasing companies. 

5. Interstate freight forwarders. 

This is a mandatory annual registration, and you could face fines or worse if you do not have it. States like to see this registration paid each November for the upcoming year. 

The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) is not a permit or cab card; it is a filing related to your DOT. When you go through the scales or get pulled over, authorities will run your DOT number and check for your Unified Carrier Registration (UCR). 

A couple of states do not participate in the UCR, but if you are in those states, you are still required to register. Your base state would simply become a neighboring state. 

The Unified Carrier Registration fees are based on the number of vehicles, so factor this into your drug and alcohol program and compliance needs.

Trucking companies are mandated to file quarterly IFTA (International Fuel Tax Agreement) fuel taxes, treating these obligations with the same importance as your regular taxes. Companies that fail to file their fuel taxes risk an audit and potential shutdown, especially if they require IFTA stickers. If you hold a trucking authority or have an active MC number, ensuring compliance with IFTA is crucial.

A Qualified Motor Vehicle encompasses those designed or maintained for transporting persons or property, specifically:

- Having two (2) axles with a gross vehicle weight or registered gross vehicle weight exceeding 26,000 lbs., or

- Having three (3) or more axles, regardless of weight, or

- Used in combination where the total weight exceeds 26,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight.

**WHEN ARE YOUR FUEL TAXES DUE? **

January through March 31: Due by April 30

April through June: Due by July 31

July through September: Due by October 31

October through December: Due by January 31

If you need assistance with the completion and filing of your quarterly fuel taxes, please complete the IFTA application on our website, and we will help you get set up. Our fees for this service are straightforward:

**Our pricing: **

$35 one-time setup for account software

$37 per month per truck, which includes additional permitted states (KYU, NM & NYHUT) at no extra cost. Complete paperwork (trip sheets or IVMR's) is required, and you won’t be charged for months you did not operate.

If we need to reconstruct all trips using receipts and logbooks, the fee is $75 per month per truck. This is not recommended as it requires significant time and may lead to late submissions if deadlines are tight.

States are in need of revenue, leading to stricter enforcement of deadlines. Be particularly cautious with Kentucky; if you operated there and your KYU fuel taxes are late, you could face a bond of $2000 or more.

**What’s included for the $37 per month per truck? **

* Completed quarterly fuel taxes

* Additional permitted states (New Mexico, NY & KY) at no extra cost

* Your end-of-quarter fuel tax report

* Your end-of-year fuel tax audit report

* Assistance with paying your New Mexico taxes online

* Help with paying your KY taxes online

* Fuel tax consulting at no extra charge, aimed at lowering your fuel tax bill.

Even if your trucking authority is not yet active, it’s vital to set up your paperwork promptly to ensure compliance before hitting the road with your trucks. We also provide IVMR's (Trip Sheets) available for download from our website. Even if you don’t use our services, you’re welcome to download and utilize our forms.

Certain states require additional permits alongside your trucking authority, such as your broker authority and MC number, to legally operate within their borders. For instance, the New Mexico weight distance permit is an annual requirement that must be renewed by January 1st. Meanwhile, the New York HUT is valid for a couple of years, and the KYU permit is a one-time requirement. Additionally, New Mexico, Kentucky, and New York mandate that you file fuel taxes associated with these permits. These permits are essential for maintaining your trucking authority and ensuring compliance with USDOT regulations when traveling through these states.

The specific states requiring such permits include:

- NEW MEXICO (NM WTD permit)

- NEW YORK (NY HUT)

- KENTUCKY (KYU)

- OREGON (obtain at the border)

You can order these permits online, or feel free to contact us for assistance. Don’t forget to also enroll in a drug and alcohol program, as it is crucial for maintaining your trucking operations.

If you are needing any kind of special permits, such as those related to obtaining your trucking authority, broker authority, or even a drug and alcohol program, please contact us. We can also assist you with your MC number and USDOT requirements.

If you are transporting hazardous material, you will need a hazmat permit. Additionally, if you operate under a trucking authority and hold a broker authority, it's essential to ensure compliance with regulations, including maintaining a drug and alcohol program where applicable.

Small Business Pricing:

HazMat Certificate (Hazmat permit)

1 Year $600.00

2 Years $950.00

3 Years $1200.00

To qualify as a small business, you must meet certain standards, typically based on average annual receipts or the average employment of your company. This includes having a valid MC number and USDOT registration.

The above pricing includes Federal Registration. They offer a 1, 2, or 3-year certificate, with registration starting on July 1st and ending on June 30th. The Federal Government does not prorate their fees. If you have transported or plan to transport a placarded load, you must register.