Broker information

[cathyg]

I am trying to confirm that a freight broker has a valid surety bond. I have requested that the broker provide the info and have received no response. I do have his MC #. Is there a site where I can find out a broker's bond info?

[Surety Guy]

Your best bet is to see the ICC's web site. I am not sure if they have that information online or if you would have to call.

Come back and post your results if you find out anything interesting, good luck!

[don jipping]

To verify that a broker has coverage for unpaid freight charges go to http://li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov. Once there, go to dropbox on rightside and select carrier search, enter MC# and click search, click on html, you will have all the company info on the screen, at the bottom left ,click onto active/pending insurance. That will give info on their BMC-84(bond) or their BMC-85(TRUST FUND). Make sure to note if they have a cancellation date. If they do, best to call bond or trust provider to verify.
I recommend this site to all my clients as it does provide up to the minute info.

Don Jipping