Award Process
Prepare the Award Application

• Review the application format requirements (3-page PDF)
• Review the application process for the award level your organization is pursuing
• Follow the application guidelines outlined in the Delaware Quality Award criteria

Submitted applications which do not follow the defined application and assessment process will be returned to the applicant, and the application fee refunded.

Need some assistance in writing the DQA application?

• Attend the Milestones to Excellence Series, workshops that guide you through the application writing process
• On-site training for your organization on the Baldrige criteria and how it can be used for self-assesment or to drive organizational improvement is available throughout the year. Click here for more details.