State certification · California

Get California SB certified

DGS certifies small businesses for state contracting preferences.

DGS: SB/DVBE certification ↗

Steps

Set up a Cal eProcure profile
Gather tax returns and ownership details
Apply for SB certification
Respond to any DGS requests

Eligibility (with affiliates)

Independently owned and operated
Not dominant in its field
Principal office in California
Owners or officers domiciled in California
100 or fewer employees
Average gross receipts ≤ $19M (3 tax years)

Quick answers

What about manufacturers?

DGS lets a manufacturer with 100 or fewer employees qualify without the receipts cap.

$149

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