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Forward Logistics Solutions LLC

USDOT# 3757208 MC-1336117 Charlotte, NC Est. 2021 (4 yrs)

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Authority Status

Est. 2021 (4 yrs)

Authority Age

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Linked Authorities

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MC# on File

About this broker: Forward Logistics Solutions LLC is an active FMCSA-licensed property broker based in Charlotte, North Carolina (Est. 2021 (4 yrs)). Operating under MC-1336117, the broker connects shippers with motor carriers for general freight movement in interstate commerce. Listed officer: Belinda Carr Lipscomb.

Broker Overview

Forward Logistics Solutions LLC is a federally-licensed property broker headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina · Est. 2021 (4 yrs). The company operates under MC-1336117 with USDOT 3757208.

Belinda Carr Lipscomb and Felice Hightower Britt are listed as company officers in FMCSA records.

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

Authority & Dockets

USDOT Number

3757208

Active

Motor Carrier / Property Broker

MC-1336117

Active

Authority granted: 4 years, 8 months ago (November 3, 2021)

Carrier Packet

Looking to get set up as a carrier with Forward Logistics Solutions LLC? 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 Forward Logistics Solutions LLC 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.

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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 Forward Logistics Solutions LLC a legitimate freight broker?
Forward Logistics Solutions LLC holds an active FMCSA license under USDOT 3757208 and MC-1336117. 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 Forward Logistics Solutions LLC located?
Forward Logistics Solutions LLC is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, with FMCSA broker authority dating back 4 years, 8 months.
What is Forward Logistics Solutions LLC's MC number?
Forward Logistics Solutions LLC operates under MC-1336117 and USDOT 3757208. These are the unique federal identifiers issued by the FMCSA for any company arranging interstate freight in the U.S.
How can I contact Forward Logistics Solutions LLC?
FMCSA records list contact information for Forward Logistics Solutions LLC as: phone (888) 357-6012, email BELINDA@DRIVEFORWARDLS.COM. Contact information is reported by the broker to FMCSA and may not always be current.
How do I become a carrier for Forward Logistics Solutions LLC?
To haul loads for Forward Logistics Solutions LLC, 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 Forward Logistics Solutions LLC directly to start the setup process.
Does Forward Logistics Solutions LLC 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 Forward Logistics Solutions LLC accepts new authorities, the fastest way is to call them directly. We crowdsource this data — if you've been set up with Forward Logistics Solutions LLC as a new MC, please share your experience on this profile.
What kind of carrier packet does Forward Logistics Solutions LLC 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 Forward Logistics Solutions LLC carrier packet link, you can share it on this profile to help other carriers get set up faster.
Who owns Forward Logistics Solutions LLC?
FMCSA records list Belinda Carr Lipscomb as a company officer of Forward Logistics Solutions LLC. Officer information is self-reported and reflects the most recent record on file.
Is Forward Logistics Solutions LLC's broker authority active right now?
Yes — based on the most recent FMCSA sync, Forward Logistics Solutions LLC 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 Forward Logistics Solutions LLC 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 Forward Logistics Solutions LLC 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 Forward Logistics Solutions LLC), 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 Forward Logistics Solutions LLC find reliable carriers in North Carolina?
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 North Carolina. We also dispatch hundreds of owner-operators and small fleets — see O Trucking dispatch services.
How should I verify Forward Logistics Solutions LLC 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 North Carolina with verified authority data and authority-age sorting so older, more-established brokerages surface first.

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