Every taxicab in the District is required to have a working digital meter provided by a Digital Taxicab Solution (DTS) or Option for Payment Technology (OPT) provider. These providers supply the meter, roof light, payment processing, and optional backseat console for all taxicabs in the District.
Drivers have the option to change DTS providers throughout the year subject to contract terms. Although some DTS providers offer shorter contracts, DFHV limits DTS contracts to a maximum of one year, September 1 - August 31, to protect drivers and expand their choices.
Current DTS Period September 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027
The following DTS providers were approved for the period of September 1, 2026, until August 31, 2027. DFHV advises drivers to contact or visit providers’ websites for more details and carefully evaluate the features and pricing options for the next DTS period.
Capitol Cab/Transco
2027 Application Status: Approved
Website: https://districtcab.com/
Fee | Cost |
Device Rental Fee | $22.00/Week |
Bring Your Own Device | Not Applicable |
Dispatch Fee | $45.00/Week |
Payment Processing | 2.65% Credit Card Transaction |
Insurance | $38.00/Week |
DC Connect
2027 Application Status: Approved
Website:
Fee | Cost |
Device Rental Fee | $6.99-$14.99/Week |
Bring Your Own Device | $11.99-$24.99/week |
Dispatch Fee | $0.25-$2.00/Transaction or 15% |
Payment Processing | 2.65% Credit Card Transaction |
Insurance | $35.00-$40.00/Week |
PARS/ VIP Cab
2027 Application Status: Conditionally Approved
Website: https://dcvipcab.com/
Fee | Cost |
Device Rental Fee | $14.00/Week (Dispatch) |
Bring Your Own Device | $18.00/Week (Non-Dispatch) $12.00/Week (Dispatch) |
Dispatch Fee | Free |
Payment Processing | 2.65% Credit Card Transaction |
Insurance | $40.00/Week |
UVC
2027 Application Status: Conditionally Approved
Website: https://uvcdc.com/
Fee | Cost |
Device Rental Fee | $11.99 - $19.99/Week |
Bring Your Own Device | $6.99 - $11.99/Week |
Dispatch Fee | $2.00 |
Payment Processing | 2.65% Credit Card Transaction |
Insurance | $35.00/Week |
Yellow Cab
2027 Application Status: Conditionally Approved
Website: https://dcyellowcab.com/
Fee | Cost |
Device Rental Fee | N/A |
Bring Your Own Device | $5.00 (Dispatch) |
Dispatch Fee | $80.00/Week |
Payment Processing | 2.65% Credit Card Transaction |
Insurance | $28.50/Week |
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