Welcome to the SDVOSB / VOSB Certification Help Forum
This section is dedicated to helping veterans and service-disabled veterans navigate the process of becoming certified with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and eligible for set-aside federal contracts. Whether you’re starting from scratch or stuck mid-process, you’ll find the support and experience you need right here.
To qualify as an SDVOSB under SBA guidelines:
If you're a vet, you've already served. Now it’s time to certify, compete, and conquer in the world of federal contracting.
– Forum Command Team
This section is dedicated to helping veterans and service-disabled veterans navigate the process of becoming certified with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and eligible for set-aside federal contracts. Whether you’re starting from scratch or stuck mid-process, you’ll find the support and experience you need right here.
What You’ll Find in This Forum:
- Step-by-step guidance for SBA SDVOSB / VOSB certification
- Tips for preparing required documentation (DD214, disability letter, resumes, etc.)
- Common mistakes that cause denials or delays
- Guidance on ownership, control, and eligibility rules
- Help with SBA’s Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) portal
- Preparing for re-certification and annual updates
- Connecting SDVOSBs with teaming partners and subcontracting opportunities
- Navigating SAM.gov, DSBS, and capability statements
Who This Forum Is For:
- Veterans looking to get certified for the first time
- Service-disabled veterans needing help with SBA verification
- SDVOSBs already certified but looking to expand into federal contracting
- Anyone helping a veteran-owned business get through the certification process
How to Use This Forum:
- Post Clearly: Include where you are in the process and what you need help with
- Share Experience: If you’re certified, help the next veteran win
- Post Resources: Links to documents, walkthroughs, and official guides are welcome
- Keep It Mission-First: This is about helping veterans succeed in business, period
REMINDER:
To qualify as an SDVOSB under SBA guidelines:
- You must be 51%+ owned and controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans
- The veteran must manage day-to-day operations and make long-term decisions
- You must provide proof of disability rating and relevant service documentation
If you're a vet, you've already served. Now it’s time to certify, compete, and conquer in the world of federal contracting.
– Forum Command Team