Submit the completed MCS-150C form via one of the following options: Mail to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Attention: MC-RS, ATTN: IEP Registration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE (MC-RS), Washington, DC 20590. Fax the application to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Attention: MC-RS, IEP Registration at 202-366-3477. For email submission, scan the signed application into PDF format and upload it at https://ask.fmcsa.dot.gov/app/ask/. Make sure to save a copy of your application for your company's records. For assistance, you can contact FMCSA at 1-800-832-5660.

Ensure submission of biennial updates before your company's anniversary date in both 2024 and 2025. Keep track of specific deadlines to avoid penalties.

The MCS-150C form is designed for intermodal equipment providers to register or update their USDOT number with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Accurate registration is crucial for compliance with safety regulations and ensures that all necessary information about the company's operations, contact details, and equipment is up-to-date. This form helps FMCSA monitor and enforce safety standards to reduce highway accidents. Intermodal equipment providers, motor carriers, and drivers share a collective responsibility to maintain road safety. The MCS-150C form enables intermodal equipment providers to record and report essential safety information, allowing FMCSA to target high-risk entities and enforce regulations effectively. Regular updates and accurate reporting ensure that all stakeholders remain compliant with federal standards. Failure to register or update the MCS-150C form can lead to severe penalties. By submitting this form, companies demonstrate their commitment to highway safety and adherence to federal regulations. This form is an integral tool for maintaining transparency and accountability within the transportation industry.

• 1. Name of Intermodal Equipment Provider: Enter the legal name of the business entity that owns or controls the intermodal equipment provider operation.
• 2. Trade or D.B.A. (Doing Business As) Name: Enter the trade name if it differs from the legal business name.
• 3. Principal Place of Business: Provide the physical address where business operations are conducted and safety records are maintained.
• 4. Mailing Address: Enter the address where FMCSA correspondence should be sent, if different from the principal address.
• 5. Principal Business Phone Number: Enter the primary telephone number for the principal place of business, including area code.
• 6. Principal Contact Cell Phone Number: Provide the cell phone number, if any, for the principal place of business.
• 7. USDOT Number: Indicate whether the company has an existing USDOT number and provide the number if applicable.
• 8. Number of Vehicles That Will Be Operated in the U.S.: Specify the total number of commercial motor vehicles used in U.S. operations and categorize them by ownership status (owned, leased, serviced).
• 9. Name(s) of Sole Proprietor, Officers, or Partners and their Titles: Enter the names and titles of relevant company officers, partners, or sole proprietor.

Failing to submit the MCS-150C form can result in administrative penalties and non-compliance with FMCSA regulations.

• Penalties: Failure to submit the form may result in fines and other penalties as determined by FMCSA.
• Non-compliance: Non-submission may lead to the company being classified as non-compliant, affecting its operational status.
• Operational Delays: Inability to operate legally due to the lack of a valid USDOT number.

• 1. New Registration: For first-time intermodal equipment provider registrants.
• 2. Biennial Updates: Required updates every two years to keep company information current.
• 3. Out-of-Business Notification: Use the form to notify FMCSA that the company has ceased operations.
• 4. Change of Information: Update changes in business address, contact details, or operational status.