SBA Small Business Certifications Overview

Learn how to navigate the world of federal contracting as a small business by understanding the various certifications available to you
About this Event

Did you know the federal government has a goal to award at least 23% of federal contract dollars to small businesses? In fact, in fiscal year 2023, the federal government awarded over $178 billion to small businesses. In addition to the small business goal, federal government agencies also have goals for woman owned small businesses, small disadvantaged businesses, HUBZone small businesses as well as Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses.

Join SBA's Portland District Office to learn more about the certification programs that are important federal government agencies as they are "setting aside" contracts for small businesses. In this webinar, you will learn more about:

Set aside contracts and how agencies determine which certification to use
The Woman Owned Small Business Certification
The 8(a) Business Development Program
HUBZone Certification
SBA's Veteran Certification Program
Resources available to your small businesses to apply for certification

Please note that SBA certifications differ from State Government certifications such as COBID. While State certification programs may help to qualify your small business for state and local certifications, SBA's certifications apply directly to the federal government (which is the world's largest buyer of goods and services).

There is no cost to attend for this webinar, but registration is required.