STANDARD FORWARDING LLC
USDOT 1996747 • DBA: DHL FREIGHT • 1909 E 17TH STREET, DES MOINES, IA, 50316
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 016053677 | ON FILE | Oct 28, 2020 | Feb 9, 2026 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 5260827 | ON FILE | May 1, 2015 | Oct 28, 2020 |
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | 1C9-12-67-10 | ON FILE | Mar 5, 2010 | Mar 5, 2010 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 016053677 | NAME CHANGED | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 28, 2020 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 4882360 | REPLACED | May 1, 2013 | May 1, 2015 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 4882130 | REPLACED | May 1, 2012 | May 1, 2013 |
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 1256303 | TRANSFERRED | Mar 5, 2010 | Mar 16, 2010 |
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 1256303 | CANCELLED | Mar 5, 2010 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | 1C9-12-67-2010 | CANCELLED | Mar 5, 2010 | Jan 29, 2016 |
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1E9-12-67-2010 | REPLACED | Mar 5, 2010 | May 1, 2012 |
| OLD REPUBLIC SURETY COMPANY | SURETY | RLI 618035 | REPLACED | Mar 3, 2008 | Mar 5, 2010 |
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1E9126799 | TRANSFERRED | Nov 1, 1998 | Mar 16, 2010 |
| EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | 1C9126799 | TRANSFERRED | Nov 1, 1998 | Mar 16, 2010 |
| UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | CARGO | 1MP 300661746-00 | CANCELLED | Jun 17, 1993 | Jan 11, 1999 |
| MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY ( MUTUAL) | SURETY | IL3429 | REPLACED | May 6, 1993 | Mar 3, 2008 |
| UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1AT10796576000 | CANCELLED | Sep 19, 1988 | Jan 11, 1999 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 016053677 | SURETY | Feb 9, 2026 | Feb 9, 2026 |
| NAMECHG | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 5260827 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 28, 2020 | Oct 28, 2020 |
| NAMECHG | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 016053677 | SURETY | Oct 28, 2020 | Oct 28, 2020 |
| CANCEL | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 1C9-12-67-2010 | CARGO | Jan 29, 2016 | Jan 29, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 4882360 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2015 | May 1, 2015 |
| CANCEL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 1256303 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 4882130 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2013 | May 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 1E9-12-67-2010 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2012 | May 1, 2012 |
| TRANSFER | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 1E9126799 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 16, 2010 | Mar 16, 2010 |
| TRANSFER | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 1C9126799 | CARGO | Mar 16, 2010 | Mar 16, 2010 |
| TRANSFER | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 1256303 | SURETY | Mar 16, 2010 | Mar 16, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC SURETY COMPANY | RLI 618035 | SURETY | Mar 5, 2010 | Mar 5, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 1C9-12-67-10 | CARGO | Mar 5, 2010 | Mar 5, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY ( MUTUAL) | IL3429 | SURETY | Mar 3, 2008 | Mar 3, 2008 |
| CANCEL | UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | 1AT10796576000 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 11, 1999 | Jan 11, 1999 |
| CANCEL | UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | 1MP 300661746-00 | CARGO | Jan 11, 1999 | Jan 11, 1999 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROKER | MC-016536 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (13 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC016536 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 25, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 8, 2020 |
| MC016536 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 25, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 28, 2020 |
| MC016536 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 25, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 28, 2020 |
| MC016536 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 4, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 28, 2013 |
| MC016536 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Mar 23, 2010 | REVOKED | Feb 17, 2026 |
| MC016536 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 23, 2010 | — | Unknown |
| MC016536 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 23, 2010 | — | Unknown |
| MC016536 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 29, 1993 | TRANSFER CONSUMMATED | Mar 16, 2010 |
| MC016536 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 7, 1993 | TRANSFER CONSUMMATED | Mar 16, 2010 |
| MC016536 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Jun 7, 1993 | TRANSFER CONSUMMATED | Mar 16, 2010 |
| MC016536 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 25, 1983 | TRANSFER CONSUMMATED | Mar 16, 2010 |
| MC016536 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 7, 1981 | TRANSFER CONSUMMATED | Mar 16, 2010 |
| MC016536 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 23, 1980 | SUPERSEDED | Aug 7, 1981 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
6 states • 177 inspections
Violation Summary (110 violations from latest 100 of 177 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 17 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 8 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 8 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 7 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 6 | 4 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 5 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 3 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2FT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMPMCNP50% | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 1 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.834A-HMC | General loading/unloading hazmat | 1 | 1 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.15 | Driver Prohibited from Performing Safety Sensitive Functions per 382.501(a) in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-LC | Brake - Leak from air chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(ii) | Driving after 60/70-hour limit | 1 | 0 | 8 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:107.620(b) | 107.620(b) | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (177 inspections)
Showing 50 of 177
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2025 | IA | FATAL | 2 | 1 | BETTENDORF | US 67 N | ...JF8904 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Sep 29, 2025 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | KOUTS | INDIANA ST | ...UF9572 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Sep 29, 2025 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | MILWAUKEE | W SILVER SPRING DR | ...UV5484 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Sep 20, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | BERKELEY | I-294 | ...UF9562 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Dec 23, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ADDISON | STH 033 EB | ...JE0691 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Dec 16, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | KEWANEE | MAIN ST | ...077022 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Nov 26, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WEST CHICAGO TWP | I-90 N/B | ...UV5466 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Nov 14, 2024 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | PORTER | I94 EB | ...UF9581 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Nov 12, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | PROVISO TWP | I-294 SB | ...053087 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Nov 6, 2024 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | FAIRFIELD | NORTH 23RD ST AND WEST GRIMES | ...UV5494 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Oct 7, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | DARIEN | IH 043 SB | ...UF9583 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Sep 6, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | HAMPTON TWP | MORTON DR | ...UV5482 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Aug 30, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | HULL | STH 029 WB | ...UV5479 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Jul 18, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHICAGO | E ERIE ST | ...S53948 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| May 22, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | MCHENRY | DAYTON | ...053168 | DHL FREIGHT |
| May 17, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHICAGO | S CICERO AVE | ...JA8006 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Feb 16, 2024 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | CRAWFORDSVILLE | SR 32 E | ...JF8896 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Feb 2, 2024 | WI | FATAL | 1 | 1 | CALUMET | KIEL RD | ...JA8001 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Jan 15, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ROSENDALE | STH 026 SB | ...UV5474 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Nov 9, 2023 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MILWAUKEE | IH 041 SB | ...053144 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Sep 30, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | ROCKFORD | HARRISON AVE | ...JA7983 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Aug 21, 2023 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | HWY 218 SB / MAPLE ST | ...053077 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Jul 5, 2023 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LYONS TWP | I-55 NORTHBOUND | ...036803 | DHL FREIGHT |
| Jul 1, 2023 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | KENDALL | USH 151 SB | ...JA8028 | STANDARD FORWARDING LLC |
| Jun 28, 2023 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | WB I-80 @ 248 MM | ...JF8889 | DHL FREIGHT |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IA-2023-1010-US1683 | Apr 11, 2023 | 382.305(b)(2); 383.37(a) | $135,390 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
45 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 45 events