Federal set-aside certifications

Federal certifications that reserve contracts for you.

If you qualify for a federal set-aside program, a significant share of contracts is reserved specifically for your category of business, which means far less competition. We handle the certification filing end to end.

Covers WOSB, VOSB and SDVOSB, 8(a), and HUBZone
We confirm which programs you actually qualify for
Filing handled for you, with the paperwork done right
Check your certification eligibility
Tell us about your business and a specialist will confirm which programs fit. No payment required to start.

A specialist follows up within one business day.

What you get

Programs we file

Each program has its own rules and benefits. We help you find the ones that fit and handle the filing.

WOSB

Women-Owned Small Business. Contracts set aside for women-owned firms in eligible industries.

VOSB and SDVOSB

Veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned set-asides, with strong demand at the VA and DoD.

8(a) Program

A nine-year SBA business development program for socially and economically disadvantaged firms.

HUBZone

For businesses in historically underutilized business zones, with a contracting goal across agencies.

Eligibility review

We confirm which programs you qualify for before filing, so you do not waste time.

Filing handled

We prepare and submit the certification paperwork and respond to follow-up requests.

Is this right for you

Who should look at this

Set-aside certifications are valuable, but only if you qualify and pursue the work.

This is a good fit if
You are a small business under the SBA size limits for your industry
You are owned by veterans, women, or socially or economically disadvantaged individuals
You are located in or hire from a HUBZone
You are registered in SAM and ready to compete for set-aside work
It may not be the right time if
You are not yet registered in SAM, that comes first
You do not meet the ownership or location requirements for any program, we will tell you honestly
Choose your option

Single certification or a bundle

Pursue one certification, or bundle several if you qualify for more than one. A specialist confirms which programs fit before any filing.

Single Certification
One certification

We handle one set-aside certification end to end, from eligibility review through approval.

Eligibility assessment for your chosen certification
Full application preparation and submission
Document checklist and collection support
Agency portal navigation
Response to requests for additional information
Dedicated case manager through approval

Scope and pricing depend on the program. Book a call and we will confirm what your certification involves.

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Multi-Cert Bundle
Multiple certifications

For businesses that qualify for more than one program. We pursue several certifications together with a shared workflow.

Eligibility review across all applicable certifications
Multiple simultaneous applications
Shared document preparation
Prioritized sequencing strategy
Dedicated case manager for all applications
Recertification reminders

Which programs you can bundle depends on your eligibility. Book a call and we will map it out with you.

Bundle My Certifications

Questions about the options? Book a free call.

How it works

A clear path, handled for you

No guesswork. Here is what happens once you book a call.

1Review

We confirm eligibility

A specialist reviews your ownership, size, and location against each program.

2Prepare

We gather the documents

We tell you exactly what is needed and prepare the certification paperwork.

3File

We submit for you

We file the certification and respond to any agency follow-up requests.

4Compete

You pursue set-asides

Once certified, you can compete for contracts reserved for your category.

Questions

Common questions

Can I hold more than one certification?

Yes. Many businesses qualify for several programs at once, which widens the pool of set-aside contracts you can pursue.

How long does certification take?

It varies by program and by how quickly documents are gathered. Government processing times also vary. A specialist can give you a realistic estimate for your situation.

Do I need to be certified to win federal work?

No. Certification is not required to win contracts, but set-aside programs reserve specific contracts for certified businesses, which reduces competition.

Works well with

Pairs well with these services

Most clients combine a few of these to build a complete federal presence. Here is what fits alongside this.

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Find out which certifications you qualify for.

Book a free eligibility call and a specialist will give you a straight answer.