Certifications & Awards

Certified and licensed to serve public agencies across Illinois. Recognized for excellence in safety and execution.

Certifications and Licenses

We maintain current certifications and licenses with multiple public agencies and municipalities, ensuring compliance with procurement requirements and operational standards.

DBE Certification

Metra

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise certification authorizing participation in federally funded Metra projects.

IDOT Certification

Illinois Department of Transportation

Prequalification for state transportation infrastructure projects administered by IDOT.

MBE Certification

City of Chicago

Minority Business Enterprise certification for City of Chicago contracts and procurement opportunities.

Drainlayer License

City of Chicago

Licensed to install, repair, and maintain sanitary and storm drainage systems within Chicago city limits.

General Contractor License

City of Chicago

General contractor license authorizing construction work within Chicago city limits.

Public Right of Way Permit

City of Chicago

Authorized to perform excavation and construction work in Chicago public rights-of-way.

Awards

Recognition from clients and industry organizations for safety performance, quality execution, and project delivery.

2016

Metra Prime Contractor of the Year

Awarded by Metra

Recognized for exceptional performance as a prime contractor on Metra capital improvement projects.

2015

Metra DBE Contractor of the Year

Awarded by Metra

Awarded for outstanding achievement as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise contractor on Metra projects.

2007

Veolia Water Safety Award

Awarded by Veolia Water

Honored for exemplary safety performance and commitment to zero-incident job sites on water utility projects.

Commitment to Compliance

Northwest General Contractors maintains all required certifications, licenses, and insurance coverage for the projects we undertake. We stay current with regulatory changes affecting our operations and client requirements.

Our administrative team processes certification renewals, maintains documentation for client verification, and ensures compliance with DBE/MBE participation requirements on public projects.

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