West Virginia Small, Women- and Minority-Owned Business (SWAM)
West Virginia’s SWAM certification through the state vendor-registration process. [West Virginia SWAM guidance]
West Virginia Purchasing Division. West Virginia program. Official program information
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Who qualifies
Businesses meeting West Virginia’s small-, women- or minority-owned business definitions. [West Virginia SWAM guidance]
- For minority-business status, qualifying minority owners must hold at least 51% and control management and daily operations. Use the vendor-registration form’s definitions for women-owned and small-business status. [West Virginia SWAM guidance]
- Certification is valid for two years; follow the Purchasing Division’s renewal instructions. [West Virginia SWAM guidance]
Cost
A certification fee is not stated in the official sources reviewed. Ask the agency before applying. [West Virginia SWAM guidance]
Processing time
A typical processing time is not stated in the official sources reviewed. [West Virginia SWAM guidance]
What it unlocks
- Recognition as a SWAM vendor, including the reciprocity arrangements described by the Purchasing Division. [West Virginia SWAM guidance]
How to apply
- Read the SWAM section of the vendor-registration page and choose WV-1, WV-1A or the online route as applicable. [West Virginia SWAM guidance] Read SWAM registration instructions.
- Submit the appropriate vendor-registration and SWAM information through the listed state process. [West Virginia SWAM guidance] Find vendor forms and online registration.