DOVER — The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is currently searching for organizations to provide third-party Commercial Driver License (CDL) skills exams.

Delaware Administrative Code, Section 2226 (“Regulation 2226”) establishes a Third-Party program in which the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will allow third-party organizations to administer the skills exams for commercial driver license applicants.

Under this new program, non-DMV entities, once approved, will be permitted to administer the CDL skills exam starting in Spring 2025 after meeting required criteria such as setting up and maintaining a basic skill testing site that conforms to both DMV and federal standards, creating a detailed route for their CDL road test, and completing DMV’s training program.

“We are extremely excited to launch our Third-Party Program,” said Secretary of Transportation Nicole Majeski. “CDL drivers play such an integral role in our lives transporting passengers, goods, and materials not only across Delaware, but all over the world. They help build residences, businesses, infrastructure, and all things in-between. As the demand for drivers continues to grow so does the need for more testing sites.”

“DMV can only test a set number of people each day,” said Director of DMV Amy Anthony. “This program creates more opportunity for interested applicants without sacrificing the integrity of our testing process as safety is and will always remain our first priority.”

As of Dec. 4, there are 34,629 credentialed CDL drivers in Delaware. The DMV has completed 1,000 CDL road tests so far this year.

Companies interested in becoming a third-party vendor can complete the application online at dmv.de.gov/thirdPartyCDLTesting/. Anyone interested in obtaining their CDL can learn more at dmv.de.gov.