Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (VetCert SDVOSB)
SBA certification for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses seeking eligible government contracts. [SBA veteran contracting programs]
U.S. Small Business Administration. Federal program. Official program information
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Who qualifies
Small businesses at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more qualifying service-disabled veterans residing in the United States. [13 CFR 128.200]
- The firm must be small under at least one NAICS code listed in its SAM registration and meet SBA ownership and control requirements. [13 CFR 128.200]
- For SDVOSB, qualifying ownership must be held by service-disabled veterans; a narrow spouse or permanent-caregiver exception covers certain permanent and severe disabilities. [13 CFR 128.200]
Cost
A certification fee is not stated in the official sources reviewed. Ask the agency before applying. [13 CFR 128.200]
Processing time
A typical processing time is not stated in the SBA application-review regulation reviewed. [13 CFR 128.302]
What it unlocks
- Compete for federal sole-source and set-aside contracts government-wide. [SBA veteran contracting programs]
How to apply
- Gather evidence that the business is small and owned and controlled by qualifying veterans. [13 CFR 128.300] Read the application instructions.
- Sign in to SBA Certifications and submit the VetCert application and supporting records. [SBA Certifications] Open SBA Certifications.