Federal certification · United States

Get WOSB certified

Apply free on SBA Certifications to compete for WOSB set-asides.

SBA: WOSB program ↗

Steps

Register in SAM.gov
Create an SBA Certifications account
Upload ownership and control documents
SBA aims to decide within 90 days of a complete package
Program exam every three years

Eligibility

Small per SBA size standards
51%+ owned and controlled by women who are U.S. citizens
Women manage daily operations and long-term decisions

Quick answers

Is the SBA application free?

Yes. SBA describes SBA Certifications as its free online certification process.

Can WBENC certify me for WOSB?

Yes. WBENC is one of four SBA-approved third-party certifiers. You still upload that certificate to SBA Certifications.

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