Veteran (any branch of service)
VOSB is the entry point for veteran federal contracting. The Department of Veterans Affairs in particular has a strong VOSB set-aside program through the Veterans First Contracting Program.
SBA — VetCert · Veterans (no disability required)
VOSB — Veteran-Owned Small Business
Federal certification for veteran-owned businesses — VA set-asides and broader visibility across federal procurement.
Who qualifies
Owns at least 51% of the business unconditionally
VOSB is the entry point for veteran federal contracting. The Department of Veterans Affairs in particular has a strong VOSB set-aside program through the Veterans First Contracting Program.
Holds the highest officer position
VOSB is the entry point for veteran federal contracting. The Department of Veterans Affairs in particular has a strong VOSB set-aside program through the Veterans First Contracting Program.
Manages day-to-day operations
VOSB is the entry point for veteran federal contracting. The Department of Veterans Affairs in particular has a strong VOSB set-aside program through the Veterans First Contracting Program.
Process
Document prep
Pull DD-214, formation docs, and tax returns into your workspace.
Application
Submit through SBA VetCert with VetBiz guidance.
SBA review
Track and respond to any SBA follow-ups.
Certification
Receive VOSB designation and sync to SAM.gov.
Ready when you are
Pursue your VOSB certification.
Run the eligibility screen, gather documents, and submit with VetBiz alongside you.