CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA
USDOT
70289
MC Number
119399
Fleet Size
91
Total Drivers
27
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in JOPLIN, Missouri, operating 91 power units with 27 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 5 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.8% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 113 crashes on file (5 fatal, 41 with injuries). FMCSA records show 2220 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Missouri is 11.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 24,338 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
2220
Total
66%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. Apr 1, 2023
Cargo
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. Oct 27, 2016
Surety Bond
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. Dec 22, 2020
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
113
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC (USDOT #70289) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC's safety record?
CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC has 5 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC operate?
CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC operates 91 power units with 27 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC located?
CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC is based in JOPLIN, Missouri at 4701 E 32ND STREET, 64804. Phone: (417) 623-5229.
What are CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC's out-of-service rates?
CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 27.7% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.