Driver Compliance Services

Ensuring Drivers are Compliant, Drug Free, & Reliable

our driver compliance services

At National Fleet Services, we are committed to ensuring the drivers you depend on are always compliant, drug-free and reliable. Let us handle your Driver Compliance, so you can focus on your business. Our Driver Compliance services include:

driver compliance monitoring

driver qualification

employment verification

background screening

drug & Alcohol administration

DOTFocused software

National Fleet Services DOTFocus software specializes in providing online Department of Transportation (DOT) Driver Qualification (DQ) software, designed to streamline and automate the compliance process for commercial carriers and CDL drivers. ​

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Any questions? We Have Answers

  • I want to open a new trucking company, what do I need?

    • Register your business and trademark the name
    • File for an EIN with IRS
    • Obtain a USDOT number & Authority
    • Obtain a BOC-3 Agent & Insurance
    • Obtain an IRP and IFTA account

  • How much does it cost to get your own trucking authority?

    The FMCSA charges $699 to file the paperwork and get your authority issued.

  • What is a BOC-3 processing agent?

    It’s an FMCSA agent or business that receives legal documents on behalf of a company. This includes court papers, complaints, and summons. Our related company 1+49 Process Agents LLC provides agents in all 50 states.

  • What is UCR?

    It’s an annual fee that all individuals or companies that operate commercial motor vehicles across state or international lines must pay based on the number of vehicles.

  • What is biennial?

    It’s an update with the FMCSA that requires entities to update their information every two years.

  • What is IFTA?

    It's a fuel tax collection and sharing agreement for the redistribution of fuel taxes paid by interstate commercial carriers.

  • What is HVUT?

    The heavy vehicle use tax or HVUT is a fee assessed annually on heavy vehicles operating on public highways at registered gross weights equal to or exceeding 55,000 pounds.

  • I bought a truck; how can I get it registered and get my plates?

    You will need to title the vehicle first with your local county and then add it to your IRP account.

  • I am running under somebody else’s authority; can I open an IRP account?

    Yes, as long as you have an Employment Agreement.

  • How does your drug & alcohol consortium work?

    We send drivers for a pre-employment test and once negative results are received, we will add the driver into our drug pool. Testing is conducted at a designated site across the US.

  • I’m the owner, but I don’t drive why do I have to be enrolled in a consortium?

    As an owner-operator of a commercial vehicle, even if you don't personally drive, you are still required to be enrolled in a consortium because DOT regulations prohibit single owner-operators from managing their own random drug and alcohol testing program.

  • I am enrolled in your consortium, but I have not been tested randomly, why?

    If you are enrolled in a drug testing consortium but haven't been randomly tested, it's likely because random selection is based on a large pool of drivers from different companies, meaning the odds of being chosen for a test at any given time are relatively low, especially if your company has a small number of drivers; essentially, your chances of being selected are diluted by the larger pool within the consortium. 

  • What is the Return to Duty process?

    It's a series of steps that an employee must complete to return to a safety-sensitive job after a drug or alcohol violation. The process includes evaluation, education, treatment, and testing. 

  • What is the FMCSA Portal? What do I need to open one?

    It’s an online platform that allows users, including carriers, brokers, and state officials, to access various safety data and information systems related to commercial vehicles with a single set of login credentials.  What do I need to open one? You will need to request your USDOT Pin and create a Login.gov account.

  • What is the Clearinghouse? What do I need to open one?

    It's a central repository to track CDL driver drug and alcohol test results and return-to-duty information.  What do I need to open one ? You need a valid email address and to create a login.gov account. You can use your existing login.gov account if you already have one. 

  • What is a Query?

    Detailed information about any violations found in a driver's Clearinghouse record. 

  • I drove zero miles this quarter, do I need to file an IFTA return?

    Yes, you must file a separate return each calendar quarter for each fuel type indicated on your initial or renewal application even when no miles were accrued that quarter.

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Who is National Fleet Services LLC?

By Matthew Bowles • August 3, 2025
National Fleet Services LLC is a privately held transportation consulting and compliance firm based in Alpharetta, Georgia. It started business operations in March 2005, and is still actively operating. Overview & Headquarters Headquarters: 6250 Shiloh Road, Suite 230, Alpharetta, GA 30005 Founded: 2005  Core Services Fleet Compliance Vehicle titling, license, registration, permitting at federal and state levels IRP, IFTA, UCR filings Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (Form 2290) and ad valorem fees Tax recovery and cost minimization strategies Driver Compliance DOT driver qualification management Background checks and pre‑employment screenings Random drug and alcohol testing consortium administration FMCSA Clearinghouse compliance and return-to-duty processes Software Solutions DOTFocus : Driver qualification portal featuring Employment application management Integrated DOT PSP and state MVR report access Automated compliance alert tracking (license, medical card renewals) Electronic document and e-signature capabilities, including multilingual support (English/Spanish) Business Advisory & Consulting Process improvement, risk management, cost reduction Safety best practices, regulatory navigation, and internal audits Service Coverage Supports carriers across all 50 U.S. states and Canada Related entity 1+49 Process Agents LLC serves as FMCSA-designated BOC‑3 processing agent nationwide In Summary National Fleet Services LLC is a full-service compliance and consulting partner for commercial motor carriers, especially those operating Class 8 vehicles. With expertise in DOT compliance, driver management, regulatory filings, fuel tax reporting, and fleet software, they help ensure operational efficiency and legal adherence across North America. Their DOTFocus platform streamlines qualifications, documentation, and reporting, minimizing risk and administrative overhead for fleet operators.
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Why We Do What We Do

At National Fleet Services, we believe in more than just business - we believe in building the future of the trucking industry. Through our dedication to its growth and sustainability, we help motor carriers succedd today while paving the way for the opportunties of tomorrow.

"Performed extremely well. Responded to email requests quickly. Very knowledgeable and answered questions thoroughly over the phone. Very satisfied with their work."


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