FAQ

Certification Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, small businesses can be certified for various designations, including WBE, MBE, VBE, and DBE. Small businesses may also be eligible for other certifications, such as HUBZone and 8(a) certifications.

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Different Certifications Have Different Acronyms. For Example:

WBE = Women Business Enterprise
MBE = Minority Business Enterprise
VBE = Veteran Business Enterprise
VOSB/SDVOSB – Veteran Owned/Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business
LGBTE = Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Enterprise
DOBE – Disability Owned Business Enterprise
WOSB = Woman Owned Small Business
DBE = Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
SBE= Small Business Enterprise

States and Cities may have other certification acronyms including combining them, such as WMBE or M/WBE, etc.

This is not a comprehensive list, but meant to give you an idea of what you and your company may pursue, if you qualify.

goverment-certification

Certification is not always required to do business with the government, but it can be beneficial. Some government contracts may require certification as a prerequisite for bidding or eligibility.