Owned at least 51% by US citizen women
The federal government has a 5% WOSB contracting goal. Many agencies actively pursue WOSB set-asides, especially in services and professional industries.
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WOSB — Women-Owned Small Business
Federal certification for women-owned small businesses — unlocks WOSB set-asides across federal agencies.
Who qualifies
Women hold the highest officer position
The federal government has a 5% WOSB contracting goal. Many agencies actively pursue WOSB set-asides, especially in services and professional industries.
Women manage day-to-day operations and long-term decisions
The federal government has a 5% WOSB contracting goal. Many agencies actively pursue WOSB set-asides, especially in services and professional industries.
Meets SBA small-business size standards
The federal government has a 5% WOSB contracting goal. Many agencies actively pursue WOSB set-asides, especially in services and professional industries.
Process
Eligibility check
Confirm NAICS codes eligible for WOSB set-asides and run the size standard test.
Application
Submit through certify.SBA.gov with VetBiz guidance.
Review
SBA reviews ownership, control, and citizenship.
Certification
Receive WOSB and (if applicable) EDWOSB designations.
Ready when you are
Pursue your WOSB certification.
Run the eligibility screen, gather documents, and submit with VetBiz alongside you.