Wisconsin MBE, WBE and Disabled Veteran Business Certifications
Wisconsin’s supplier-diversity certifications for minority-, women- and disabled-veteran-owned businesses. [Wisconsin MBE, WBE and DVB guidance]
Wisconsin Department of Administration, Supplier Diversity Program. Wisconsin program. Official program information
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Who qualifies
Businesses at least 51% owned, managed and controlled by qualifying minority owners, women or service-disabled veterans. [Wisconsin MBE, WBE and DVB guidance]
- Perform a useful business function. Each certification has its own document checklist. [Wisconsin MBE, WBE and DVB guidance]
- DVB requires Wisconsin owner residency and business location and a qualifying veteran disability rating of at least 0%. [Wisconsin MBE, WBE and DVB guidance]
Cost
MBE certification is free. WBE and DVB initial and renewal applications cost $150; annual updates are free. [Wisconsin MBE, WBE and DVB guidance]
Processing time
The FAQ gives an average processing time of two to four weeks. [Wisconsin MBE, WBE and DVB guidance]
What it unlocks
- Listing in the directory used by buyers; certified DVB firms can receive a 5% state bid preference. [Wisconsin MBE, WBE and DVB guidance]
How to apply
- Select the certification type and assemble its document checklist. [Wisconsin MBE, WBE and DVB guidance] Check Wisconsin application documents.
- Submit the certification application with the required records through the Supplier Diversity Program. [Wisconsin MBE, WBE and DVB guidance] Find Wisconsin certification guidance.