Minnesota Targeted Group, Economically Disadvantaged and Veteran-Owned Small Business Certifications
State small-business certifications for targeted owners, qualifying economic areas and veterans. [Minnesota small-business certifications guidance]
Minnesota Department of Administration, Office of State Procurement. Minnesota program. Official program information
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Who qualifies
Minnesota small businesses meeting the targeted-group, economically disadvantaged or veteran-owned category requirements. [Minnesota small-business certifications guidance]
- Targeted-group status covers majority ownership and operation by women, specified minorities or people with substantial physical disabilities. Veteran status requires at least 51% ownership and daily and long-term control by qualifying veterans. [Minnesota small-business certifications guidance]
- Meet the applicable small-business size standard and the category’s ownership or geographic tests. [Minnesota small-business certifications guidance]
Cost
A certification fee is not stated in the official sources reviewed. Ask the agency before applying. [Minnesota small-business certifications guidance]
Processing time
A typical processing time is not stated in the official sources reviewed. [Minnesota small-business certifications guidance]
What it unlocks
- Participation in Minnesota’s small-business certification program for state procurement. [Minnesota small-business certifications guidance]
How to apply
- Review the category descriptions and linked eligibility information. [Minnesota small-business certifications guidance] Compare certification categories.
- Use the linked certification application and submit the required ownership, size and category evidence. [Minnesota small-business certifications guidance] Find the certification application.