Principal office in a HUBZone-designated area
HUBZone gives both set-asides and a 10% price preference in full-and-open competitions — one of the most powerful federal preferences available.
SBA — Certify.SBA.gov · Businesses headquartered in qualifying HUBZones
HUBZone — Historically Underutilized Business Zones
Set-asides for businesses operating in economically distressed areas — strong category for veteran founders relocating or building out.
Who qualifies
At least 35% of employees reside in a HUBZone
HUBZone gives both set-asides and a 10% price preference in full-and-open competitions — one of the most powerful federal preferences available.
Owned by US citizens, ANCs, tribes, or community development corporations
HUBZone gives both set-asides and a 10% price preference in full-and-open competitions — one of the most powerful federal preferences available.
Meets SBA size standard
HUBZone gives both set-asides and a 10% price preference in full-and-open competitions — one of the most powerful federal preferences available.
Process
Mapping
Confirm your office is in a current HUBZone designation.
Employee residency
Verify and document 35% employee residency in HUBZones.
Application
Submit at certify.SBA.gov.
Site visit
SBA may conduct site visit before approval.
Ready when you are
Pursue your HUBZone certification.
Run the eligibility screen, gather documents, and submit with VetBiz alongside you.