Certify as a small business

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Certify as a small business Not sure you qualify as a small business or for one of the SBA assistance programs? You can check using the SBA Size Standards Tool . Also, your business is allowed to have more than one type of certification. You need to be certified as a small business before you can pursue set-aside opportunities. This process may take several weeks to months to complete. If you plan to apply to be a Schedule holder as well, complete your small business certification first. How to certify as a small business Small and Small Disadvantaged Businesses There is no formal certification process. You are able to self-certify as a small or small disadvantaged business when you register on SAM.gov . Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses You must apply for certification through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Vets First Verification Program . Woman-Owned, HUBZone, or 8(a) Small Businesses You must apply for your certification through the U.S. Small Business Administration at certify.sba.gov . For more information, view our resources for small businesses or connect with one of our small business specialists . Register your business completed Certify as small (optional) Schedule offer (optional) not completed Market your business not completed Research solicitations not completed Respond to a solicitation not completed What to expect next not completed Print Page Email Page Last updated: Sep 21, 2026 Top Glossary

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