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Daniel Rios

DBA: Upright-zeal Logistics

USDOT# 3097512 MC-75568 Socorro, TX Est. 2018 (8 yrs)

Active

Authority Status

Est. 2018 (8 yrs)

Authority Age

13

Linked Authorities

Yes

MC# on File

About this broker: Daniel Rios is an active FMCSA-licensed property broker based in Socorro, Texas (Est. 2018 (8 yrs)). Operating under MC-75568, the broker connects shippers with motor carriers for general freight movement in interstate commerce. Listed officer: Daniel Rios.

Broker Overview

Daniel Rios is a federally-licensed property broker headquartered in Socorro, Texas · Est. 2018 (8 yrs). The company operates under MC-75568 with USDOT 3097512.

Daniel Rios is listed as company officer in FMCSA records. We've identified 13 other authorities registered to the same officer — see Connected Authorities below.

Source: FMCSA daily census & SAFER public records · Last synced: 2026-03-05

Authority & Dockets

USDOT Number

3097512

Active

Motor Carrier / Property Broker

MC-75568

Active

Authority granted: 8 years, 4 months ago (February 14, 2018)

Connected Authorities

The following 13 FMCSA authorities are registered under the same officer (Daniel Rios). This includes both active and inactive companies. Useful for verifying business relationships, ownership history, and chameleon-carrier risk.

Showing 12 of 13 total linked authorities.

Companies at the Same Address

1 additional FMCSA authority is registered at this same physical address. Multiple authorities at one address can be normal (shared office, mail-forwarding service) or a chameleon-carrier signal — use your own judgment.

Carrier Packet

Looking to get set up as a carrier with Daniel Rios? A "carrier packet" is the broker's standard onboarding paperwork — broker-carrier agreement, W-9, certificate of insurance request, references.

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Does Daniel Rios Work With New MCs?

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Insurance & Broker Bond

BMC-84 Surety Bond / BMC-85 Trust

Federal regulation 49 CFR 387.307 requires every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This bond protects motor carriers against non-payment. Active broker authority generally indicates a valid bond is on file.

View current bond status on FMCSA L&I →

What You Should Verify

  • Bond is currently active (not pending cancellation)
  • Bond meets the $75,000 federal minimum
  • Surety company is reputable and financially solid
  • No active complaints on file with the FMCSA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daniel Rios a legitimate freight broker?
Daniel Rios holds an active FMCSA license under USDOT 3097512 and MC-75568. Active authority means the broker is currently registered with the federal government and authorized to arrange motor-carrier shipments. Always verify current authority status on FMCSA SAFER before working with any broker.
Where is Daniel Rios located?
Daniel Rios is headquartered in Socorro, Texas, with FMCSA broker authority dating back 8 years, 4 months.
What is Daniel Rios's MC number?
Daniel Rios operates under MC-75568 and USDOT 3097512. These are the unique federal identifiers issued by the FMCSA for any company arranging interstate freight in the U.S.
How can I contact Daniel Rios?
FMCSA records list contact information for Daniel Rios as: phone (915) 820-8152, email UPRIGHTZEAL@YAHOO.COM. Contact information is reported by the broker to FMCSA and may not always be current.
How do I become a carrier for Daniel Rios?
To haul loads for Daniel Rios, you'll typically need: (1) active MC operating authority, (2) a valid carrier packet signed and on file, (3) certificate of insurance naming the broker as additional insured, (4) a W-9, and (5) a signed broker-carrier agreement. The exact requirements vary by broker — contact Daniel Rios directly to start the setup process.
Does Daniel Rios work with new MC authorities?
Many freight brokers prefer carriers with at least 6 months to 1 year of operating history before granting setup, but policies vary widely between brokers. If you're a new MC and want to know whether Daniel Rios accepts new authorities, the fastest way is to call them directly. We crowdsource this data — if you've been set up with Daniel Rios as a new MC, please share your experience on this profile.
What kind of carrier packet does Daniel Rios use?
A carrier packet is the broker's standard onboarding paperwork — typically a broker-carrier agreement, W-9 request, certificate of insurance request, and reference forms. If you have a current Daniel Rios carrier packet link, you can share it on this profile to help other carriers get set up faster.
Who owns Daniel Rios?
FMCSA records list Daniel Rios as a company officer of Daniel Rios. Officer information is self-reported and reflects the most recent record on file.
Is Daniel Rios's broker authority active right now?
Yes — based on the most recent FMCSA sync, Daniel Rios has active broker authority. Authority status can change at any time; always verify on the FMCSA SAFER system before signing a carrier-broker agreement.
What is a BMC-84 broker bond and does Daniel Rios have one?
Federal regulations require every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This protects carriers from non-payment. Active broker authority generally means a valid bond is on file — verify current bond status via FMCSA's L&I (Licensing & Insurance) public search.
What's the difference between a freight broker like Daniel Rios and a truck dispatch service?
A freight broker holds FMCSA broker authority (MC-FF), legally arranges transportation between shippers and carriers, and earns commission from the rate spread. A truck dispatcher works on behalf of the carrier — finding loads on load boards, negotiating rates with brokers (like Daniel Rios), and handling paperwork. Brokers represent shippers; dispatchers represent carriers. See O Trucking's guide on dispatcher vs. freight broker, or learn about O Trucking's dispatch services for carriers.
How can a broker like Daniel Rios find reliable carriers in Texas?
Brokers source carriers through: (1) FMCSA-verified carrier directories where MC numbers and safety records are pre-checked, (2) load boards (DAT, Truckstop) that match active carriers to posted freight, (3) direct relationships with dispatch services that represent multiple carriers, and (4) referrals from current carriers. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed carrier directory — see active carriers based in Texas. We also dispatch hundreds of owner-operators and small fleets — see O Trucking dispatch services.
How should I verify Daniel Rios before hauling and protect against broker fraud?
Before accepting any load, do the full broker verification check: (1) confirm active MC broker authority on FMCSA SAFER, (2) verify BMC-84 surety bond ($75K minimum) or BMC-85 trust on FMCSA L&I, (3) check days-to-pay reputation on broker-credit databases, and (4) search carrier forums for fraud history. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed broker directory for Texas with verified authority data and authority-age sorting so older, more-established brokerages surface first.

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