DOT CONSORTIUM ENROLLMENT - Colo, IA

Random Drug & Alcohol Testing Program
FMCSA - FAA - USCG - FTA - FRA - PHMSA

All Random Test Fees Included


Our DOT Consortium Membership includes quarterly random selections, notifications by email & phone, testing site coordination, MIS reporting, and a Certificate of Compliance upon enrollment. Owner-operators DOT-regulated employers Certificate of Compliance.

  • We offer 1, 2 and 3 year memberships (multi-year discounts)
  • All random selection testing and testing fees included (no hidden costs)
  • MIS report at year-end and upon request
  • DER support, Clearinghouse assistance (FMCSA), DOT Physicals, MVR Reports & Supervisor Training

Why is a DOT Consortium Required?

Owner Operators- DOT requires all owner-operators to enroll in a consortium so they are included in a compliant random testing pool because they cannot randomly test themselves.

Small Employers-Some smaller companies may not have enough drivers or safety-sensitive employees to maintain their own statistically valid random pool. Therefore, by joining a consortium, they are combined with other companies to form a large pool that meets DOT testing requirements.

Large Employers-Larger fleets may manage their own random pool but often use a consortium/TPA to outsource the process, reduce administrative burden, and ensure strict compliance.

How Our DOT Consortium Works

Step 1: Enroll: Select a 1, 2, or 3 year membership and receive your Certificate of Compliance by email.

Quarterly Selections: We process our consortiums using a scientifically valid, computer-generated random draws each quarter.

Immediate Notifications: If selected, your DER receives email & phone notice with selection instructions.

Testing & Results: Visit the assigned testing center. ADT will manage CCFs, lab processing, and reporting.

MIS Reporting: Year-end and on-demand MIS reports included.

Included With Membership

  • All random selection test fees (drug & alcohol where applicable)
  • DER support & audit-ready documentation
  • Federal CCFs (5-part) for DOT drug tests
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse registration assistance
  • Policy templates (DOT Drug & Alcohol)
  • Supervisor reasonable-suspicion training options

29 DOT Drug-Testing Centers in Colo

Minutes Away, Test Today

640 S 19th St5.95 miles

640 S 19th St
Nevada, IA 50201

630 6th St6.80 miles

630 6th St
Nevada, IA 50201

1015 Duff Ave14.96 miles

1015 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010

1111 Duff Ave14.97 miles

1111 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010

1215 Duff Ave14.97 miles

1215 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010

809 Wheeler St Ste 10415.75 miles

809 Wheeler St Ste 104
Ames, IA 50010

207 Stanton Ave16.88 miles

207 Stanton Ave
Ames, IA 50014

303 Nicholas Dr20.66 miles

303 Nicholas Dr
Marshalltown, IA 50158

107 E Southridge Rd21.06 miles

107 E Southridge Rd
Marshalltown, IA 50158

3 S 4th Ave21.32 miles

3 S 4th Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158

405 E Main St23.98 miles

405 E Main St
Marshalltown, IA 50158

312 E Main St23.99 miles

312 E Main St
Marshalltown, IA 50158

300 N 4th Ave E Ste 20025.74 miles

300 N 4th Ave E Ste 200
Newton, IA 50208

2411 Edington Ave25.80 miles

2411 Edington Ave
Eldora, IA 50627

1824 Sw White Birch Cir26.82 miles

1824 Sw White Birch Cir
Ankeny, IA 50023

1810 Sw White Birch Circle Ste 11126.82 miles

1810 Sw White Birch Circle Ste 111
Ankeny, IA 50023

3770 8th St Sw27.19 miles

3770 8th St Sw
Altoona, IA 50009

1115 S Marshall St28.72 miles

1115 S Marshall St
Boone, IA 50036

1015 Union St28.78 miles

1015 Union St
Boone, IA 50036

1650 E Madison Ave30.04 miles

1650 E Madison Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

2100 Dixon St Ste E31.11 miles

2100 Dixon St Ste E
Des Moines, IA 50316

5731 Greendale Rd Ste 10031.31 miles

5731 Greendale Rd Ste 100
Johnston, IA 50131

2340 Euclid Ave31.74 miles

2340 Euclid Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310

1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 41632.26 miles

1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 416
Des Moines, IA 50316

5911 Meredith Dr Ste D32.30 miles

5911 Meredith Dr Ste D
Des Moines, IA 50322

2417 University Ave33.39 miles

2417 University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

1200 Pleasant St33.69 miles

1200 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA 50309

920 S Oak St34.01 miles

920 S Oak St
Iowa Falls, IA 50126

11144 Aurora Ave35.02 miles

11144 Aurora Ave
Urbandale, IA 50322

Agency Coverage & Current Minimum Random Rates

Percentages are set by each DOT agency and may change.

FMCSA: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
In Colo, IA and beyond, employers falling under 49 CFR 382.305 are mandated to operate a compliant random program. Owner-operators need to be part of a consortium with at least two participating employees.

  • 50% - Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • 10% - DOT Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)
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USCG- United States Coast Guard (now under Homeland Security)

Marine employers, especially in Colo, IA, adhering to 46 CFR Part 16.230, are required to administer random drug tests to crewmembers holding safety-sensitive positions.

  • 50%- Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • Alcohol testing is not applicable for USCG random minimums
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FAA: Federal Aviation Administration

Employers covered under the guidelines of 14 CFR Part 120 are tasked with incorporating every safety-sensitive operation. This encompasses not only federal compliance but ensures that aviation safety standards are maintained in all states, including Colo, IA.

  • 25% Rate: Testing for Controlled Substances through a DOT 5-panel urine process.
  • 10% Rate: Performing Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT).
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FRA- Federal Railroad Administration

Railroads must ensure compliance through the submission and execution of an FRA-approved random testing program, as mandated by 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. This comprehensive approach to testing is vital in maintaining rail safety and is equally important in Colo, IA to manage its rail transport infrastructure.

Employee Category Drugs Alcohol
Covered Service 25% 10%
Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers 25% 10%
Mechanical 50% 25%
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FTA- Federal Transit Administration

Employers within Colo, IA and governed by 49 CFR Part 655 must ensure their random selection method is scientifically validated. This regulation guarantees fair and systematic testing procedures to enhance safety across public transit systems within the state.

  • 50%- Drugs
  • 10%-  Alcohol
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PHMSA- Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

PHMSA regulations

Operators within Colo, IA, subject to regulations outlined in Parts 192, 193, or 195, must conduct tests on covered employees according to 49 CFR Part 199 to ensure a safe and compliant workforce.

  • 50%-Drugs
  • Alcohol- N/A (no PHMSA random alcohol minimum)
PHMSA Enroll Today

Who Must Be in a DOT Random Program?

  • Truck drivers (CDL) & motor carriers
  • Train engineers, conductors, dispatchers
  • Merchant mariners & marine employers
  • Airline pilots, flight attendants, mechanics, ATC
  • Pipeline operations, maintenance & emergency response
  • Transit operations, maintenance & certain CDL roles

Owner-Operators , Small, Medium & Large Employers

Joining our DOT consortium is the fastest way to achieve immediate compliance. We provide the Certificate of Compliance, random selections, MIS reports and testing coordination.

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Complete Compliance Package for Independent Operators & Small Companies

  • 1 DOT Drug Test
  • First-year Consortium membership (all randoms included)
  • 1 Supervisor training (reasonable suspicion)
  • 1 DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy
  • 1 Certificate of Compliance

Need more tests? Additional DOT drug tests can be added at a discount.

Enroll Today! (800) 221-4291

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Immediate compliance for DOT random testing. Perfect for owner-operators and employers of any size.

  • Quarterly random selections & notifications
  • All random test fees included
  • MIS reporting & audit support
  • CCFs, policy templates, DER guidance

Are there penalties for non compliance?

Failing to comply with DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements can result in severe consequences for both employers and drivers, including:

  • Quarterly random selections & notifications
  • All random test fees included
  • MIS reporting & audit support
  • CCFs, policy templates, DER guidance

DOT Consortium: Frequently Asked Questions

What is a DOT Consortium (C/TPA) and who requires it?

A consortium C/TPA acts as a service agent to manage parts or all of an employer's drug and alcohol testing program. This includes random testing and various compliance tasks as dictated by the 49 CFR part 40 regulations.

Are random testing rates consistent, or can they vary?

The DOT's random testing percentages can fluctuate annually depending on positivity rates. Despite any changes in random testing percentages, our consortium covers all DOT random testing costs.

What occurs when selected for a random test?

ADT informs the Designated Employer Representative (DER) or Owner Operator by email or phone, providing the nearest testing location and further instructions. The employee must proceed immediately to the testing center upon receiving the notification.

What substances are screened in a DOT drug test?

A DOT drug test evaluates for a DOT 5-panel urine as well as a breath alcohol test. All these tests must utilize a Federal Custody and Control Form and Federal Alcohol Testing Form.

Can you assist during a DOT audit or inspection?

Yes, ADT is equipped to organize essential documentation, such as pre-employment test records, proof of random pool enrollment, supervisor training certificates, DOT policy formulations, and MIS reports.

How frequently can I update my employee pool?

We verify employee roster updates every quarter, although employers can add or remove covered staff at any time before the selection dates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A DOT Consortium is a program that manages random drug and alcohol testing for DOT-regulated employers and owner-operators. It ensures compliance with federal testing requirements by maintaining a random selection pool, managing notifications, and handling test scheduling and reporting.
All employers and owner-operators who fall under DOT agency regulations — including FMCSA, FAA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, and USCG — must participate in a random drug and alcohol testing program. Owner-operators must join a third-party consortium to meet compliance standards.
Enrollment includes participation in a DOT-approved random testing pool, random drug and alcohol tests, test scheduling, employee notifications, Certificate of Compliance, and annual MIS reporting. Accredited Drug Testing also provides program administration, policy assistance, and ongoing compliance support.
Enrollment can be completed online at accrediteddrugtesting.com by selecting the DOT Consortium Enrollment option, or by calling (800) 221-4291. Once enrolled, participants receive immediate documentation and compliance materials.
Each enrolled company or owner-operator receives a Certificate of Compliance, MIS reports, and other documentation verifying participation in a DOT-compliant random testing pool. These records help demonstrate compliance during DOT audits or inspections.
Yes. Accredited Drug Testing’s consortium program automatically manages all random selections and notifications. When a driver or employee is selected, Accredited coordinates testing at a nearby collection site and provides results reporting and recordkeeping.

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