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Can a business lose its HUBZone Certification? If so, what might cause this to happen?

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There are a few factors that could go into why a business to lose its HUBZone Certification:

    • Expired SAM Registration (click below to see if your SAM is still active)
    • No longer qualifies
      • Principal office no longer in a HUBZone
      • 35% of FTE (Full-Time Employees) do NOT reside in a HUBZone anymore
      • No longer meets SBA size standards (use the tool below to find out if you do)
    • Did not recertify in time
      • Entities MUST recertify either 30 days BEFORE or 30 days AFTER the expiration date of the certification

USBRI has been offering filing assistance for SAM and Set-Aside Certifications for over 12 years. If you have an issues or need assistance, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a CRS will be able to help you.

As mentioned above, two of the requirements to being HUBZone certified are being active in SAM as well as qualifying as a small business, meeting the SBA’s size standards. If you are unsure if you qualify as a small business or have a SAM Registration, use the tools by clicking the buttons below.

Small Business Calculator
SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew in SAM?

If your registration is missing or expiring soon, begin the process with a CRS today. Complications can arise at anytime through the registration process. Having a specialist go through this with you will ensure that there are little to no complications for you. If you are ready, reach out to the help desk for more information or click the button below

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What type of businesses are eligible for HUBZone?

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The type of businesses that are eligible for set-aside certifications depend on a number of factors. You must be registered in SAM and you must meet the SBA Small Business Size standards. Additionally, there are requirements to obtaining a HUBZone Certification, such as:

    • Principle office must be located in a HUBZone
    • 35% of all FTE must reside in a HUBZone
    • Person applying must be a U.S. citizen
    • Must meet SBA Size Standards
    • Have an ACTIVE and compliant SAM Registration

USBRI has been offering filing assistance for SAM and Set-Aside Certifications for over 12 years. If you have an issues or need assistance, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a CRS will be able to help you.

As mentioned above, two of the requirements to being HUBZone certified are being active in SAM as well as qualifying as a small business, meeting the SBA’s size standards. If you are unsure if you qualify as a small business or have a SAM Registration, use the tools by clicking the buttons below.

Small Business Calculator
SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew in SAM?

If your registration is missing or expiring soon, begin the process with a CRS today. Complications can arise at anytime through the registration process. Having a specialist go through this with you will ensure that there are little to no complications for you. If you are ready, reach out to the help desk for more information or click the button below

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How long does it typically take to get approved for HUBZone?

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The general time frame for getting approved for a HUBZone Certification is 1-2 months. This all depends on if the documents uploaded are acceptable, all information entered correctly, and there are no issues with the SAM Registration.

USBRI has been offering filing assistance for both SAM and Set-Aside certifications since 2011. If you need assistance with either of those or have any general questions, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a dedicated CRS (Certified Registration Specialist) will be able to help you any way that they can.

Two of the main requirements to being HUBZone certified are being active in SAM as well as qualifying as a small business, meeting the SBA’s size standards. If you are unsure if you qualify as a small business or have a SAM Registration, use the tools by clicking the buttons below.

Small Business Calculator
SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew in SAM?

If your registration is missing or expiring soon, begin the process with a CRS today. Complications can arise at anytime through the registration process. Having a specialist go through this with you will ensure that there are little to no complications for you. If you are ready, reach out to the help desk for more information or click the button below

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How does a business qualify for the HUBZone Certification?

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The qualifications for a HUBZone Certification consist of:

    • Principle office must be located in a HUBZone
    • 35% of all FTE must reside in a HUBZone
    • Person applying must be a U.S. citizen
    • Must meet SBA Size Standards
    • Have an ACTIVE and compliant SAM Registration

USBRI has been offering filing assistance for SAM and Set-Aside Certifications for over 12 years. If you have an issues or need assistance, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a CRS will be able to help you.

As mentioned above, two of the requirements to being HUBZone certified are being active in SAM as well as qualifying as a small business, meeting the SBA’s size standards. If you are unsure if you qualify as a small business or have a SAM Registration, use the tools by clicking the buttons below.

Small Business Calculator
SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew in SAM?

If your registration is missing or expiring soon, begin the process with a CRS today. Complications can arise at anytime through the registration process. Having a specialist go through this with you will ensure that there are little to no complications for you. If you are ready, reach out to the help desk for more information or click the button below

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What is the HUBZone Certification, and what are its primary benefits?

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HUBZone Certification Benefits

The HUBZone Certification program is a small business set-aside certification that is presented by the Small Business Administration (SBA). There are many benefits to being HUBZone certified, but it’s primary one is being awarded contracts that specifically go to HUBZone certified businesses. There are certain federal contracts or grants that must be awarded to those in a HUBZone. so if you are certified you will be a recipient of them.

Two of the main requirements to being HUBZone certified are being active in SAM as well as qualifying as a small business, meeting the SBA’s size standards. If you are unsure if you qualify as a small business or have a SAM Registration, use the tools by clicking the buttons below.

 

Small Business Calculator
SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew in SAM?

If your registration is missing or expiring soon, begin the process with a CRS today. Complications can arise at anytime through the registration process. Having a specialist go through this with you will ensure that there are little to no complications for you. If you are ready, reach out to the help desk for more information or click the button below

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How do I lookup a company’s NAICS code?

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Find a company’s NAICS Code

To lookup a company’s NAICS code (or codes, if multiple), follow the steps below:

    • At the top of this page, hover over “Tools & Resources” and select “Check SAM & UEI Status”
    • Input your company’s full legal business name, CAGE code, or UEI
    • Solve the security question and select “Check SAM Status NOW” in blue
    • Allow the page to generate a brief summary of your SAM Registration that will include:
      • Primary NAICS Codes
      • UEI, CAGE Code, and Expiration Date
      • PSC and FSC Codes
      • POC’s
      • and more
    • If you’re having trouble with the tool, do not hesitate to reach out to the Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998.

You can also access the tool by clicking the button below

 

Check SAM Status Here

Need to Renew or Register in SAM?

If your registration is missing or expiring soon, begin the process with a CRS today. Complications can arise at anytime through the registration process. Having a specialist go through this with you will ensure that there are little to no complications for you. If you are ready, reach out to the help desk for more information or click the button below

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Why are NAICS codes necessary with SAM?

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NAICS codes are necessary when registering in SAM so grant and contracting officers can know what type of service you provide. NAICS codes consist of 6 digits and are assigned by the Census.gov. If you are unsure what the NAICS codes associated with your SAM Registration are, use the SAM Status Lookup Tool to find out.

If you need to find the NAICS code for a specific service, use the NAICS Code Lookup Tool by clicking the button below

 

NAICS Code Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew a SAM Registration?

If your registration is missing or expiring soon, begin the process with a CRS today. Complications can arise at anytime through the registration process. Having a specialist go through this with you will ensure that there are little to no complications for you. If you are ready, reach out to the help desk for more information or click the button below

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Does SAM.gov charge a fee?

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While there is no cost to renew a SAM Registration, the process can be lengthy and time consuming. USBRI has been offering filing assistance for over 11 years an is consistently on top of any changes made with SAM.

If you are unsure about your registration status, use the lookup tool by clicking below

SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew?

If your SAM Registration is within 60 days of expiring, begin the renewal process NOW. Processing times are taking longer due to new policies so get in touch with a CRS today by calling the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998. You can also browse the USBRI Services page by clicking below to learn more.

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What information is required for SAM registration?

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Information for SAM

Information that is required for SAM is any and all pertaining to the validity and proof of business.

If you need assistance with SAM, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a CRS will be able to assist you. USBRI has been helping small businesses with SAM and federal certifications for 13 years.

If you are unsure of the status of your SAM Registration, use the lookup tool by clicking below

SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Renew or Register?

If your registration is missing or expiring soon, begin the process with a CRS today. Complications can arise at anytime through the registration process. Having a specialist go through this with you will ensure that there are little to no complications for you. If you are ready, reach out to the help desk for more information or click the button below

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How long does it take to renew my SAM Registration?

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The duration to renew a SAM Registration is taking anywhere from 4-6 weeks due to new policies implemented with SAM and/or CAGE/DLA. If you are looking to do the process on your own, it can take anywhere from 2-3 months provided there are no pushbacks with the validation or documentation.

USBRI has been helping small businesses register in SAM for over 12 years. Ensuring your business is compliant with SAM, a dedicated CRS will take over the process for you until completion. If you have questions or need assistance, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998.

If you are unsure of the status of your SAM Registration, use the SAM Status Lookup Tool by clicking the button below

SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Renew or Register?

If your registration is missing or expiring soon, begin the process with a CRS today. Complications can arise at anytime through the registration process. Having a specialist go through this with you will ensure that there are little to no complications for you. If you are ready, reach out to the help desk for more information or click the button below

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