State, local, and education buyers run their own set-aside and diversity programs, separate from the federal ones. Certifications like MBE, WBE, DBE, and SBE open contracts at that level. We help you find the right ones and file them.
State and local programs differ by jurisdiction. Here is how we help you navigate them.
Minority-owned and women-owned business enterprise certifications at the state and local level.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise certification, used heavily in transportation-funded work.
Small Business Enterprise certifications offered by many local jurisdictions.
We identify which programs in your state and locality fit your business and goals.
We prepare and submit the applications for the programs you pursue.
One point of contact across the programs you are applying for.
State and local certifications suit businesses pursuing contracts below the federal level.
Pursue a single state or local certification, or bundle several across jurisdictions. A specialist maps the highest-value programs first.
We handle one state or local certification end to end, from program matching through approval.
Scope and pricing depend on the program and jurisdiction. Book a call and we will confirm what is involved.
Apply for My CertificationFor businesses pursuing several certifications across states or localities, handled together.
Which programs you can bundle depends on your locations and eligibility. Book a call and we will map it out.
Bundle My CertificationsQuestions about the options? Book a free call.
No guesswork. Here is what happens once you book a call.
A specialist identifies the state and local certifications that fit your business and locations.
We tell you exactly what each program needs and prepare the applications.
We file the certifications and respond to follow-up requests.
Once certified, you can compete for the contracts these programs reserve.
Federal certifications like 8(a) and WOSB apply to federal contracts. State and local certifications like MBE and DBE apply to contracts run by states, cities, counties, and other local bodies. Many businesses pursue both.
Often yes. Programs and rules vary by jurisdiction, so a certification in one state or city does not automatically carry to another. We help you prioritize where it is worth certifying.
It depends on where your buyers are and what you qualify for. A specialist will map the highest-value programs for your situation on the call.
Most clients combine a few of these to build a complete federal presence. Here is what fits alongside this.
Book a free call and a specialist will map your options with you.