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How do I start the certification process for my small business?

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The first step in any Small Business Certification process would be to have an active and compliant registration in SAM. That is essential as it is the money portal for the government, tracking where it goes, to who, and for what. You will also need to make sure that you qualify as a small business, meeting the SBA (Small Business Administration) size standards based on your NAICS code, average annual revenue, and number of full-time employees.

To begin the process, have a professional like a Certified Registration Specialist guide you through the registration and certification. Completing for the first time can be tedious, time-consuming, and frustrating. A CRS will be directly assigned to your business as the direct point of contact through the whole process.

USBRI has been assisting small businesses with federal contracting registrations and certifications for over 11 years. If you are unsure if you are registered in SAM or if you qualify for a small business certification, click either of the two buttons below.

 

 

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SAM Status Lookup Tool

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If you need to renew or register in SAM, begin the process NOW. You do not want to miss out on federal contracting opportunities due to a missed or lapsed registration. Begin the process now with a professional Certified Registration Specialist by clicking the button below. If you have additional questions, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998.

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What is a small business certification, and why is it important?

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A small business certification is an extra step that can be taken to ensure you are getting the most out of your federal contracting and grant registration. If you have successfully registered in SAM, you may qualify for a Small Business Certification.  The SBA sets “size standards” for businesses that can be considered for small business certifications,

A small business certification can be extremely beneficial to your company, especially if you are looking to take on more business as a federal contractor. Being registered in the small business database will ensure that prime contractors can find you based on your NAICS Code and/or other factors, narrowing down the pool of competition significantly.

If you are unsure if you qualify as a small business according to SBA, use the Small Business Calculator Tool by clicking the button below. Additionally, if you are unsure if you have a SAM Registration, use the SAM Status Lookup Tool by clicking the other button below.

 

Small Business Calculator
SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew?

If you need to renew or register in SAM, begin the process NOW. You do not want to miss out on federal contracting opportunities due to a missed or lapsed registration. Begin the process now with a professional Certified Registration Specialist by clicking the button below. If you have additional questions, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998.

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What qualifications and certifications are required for federal contracting?

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The main qualification for federal contracting would be to have an active and compliant SAM Registration. There are some contracts that require you to have a certification (such as WOSB, VOSB, or HUBZone). The contract description will tell you the requirements if you are unsure. Getting certified as a Woman-Owned, Veteran-Owned, or HUBZone Small Business puts you into a much smaller pool of candidates able to bid on and win federal contracting opportunities.

If you are unsure if you qualify for a Small Business Certification, click the button below. Additionally, if you need to check the status of a SAM Registration, us the SAM Status Lookup Tool by clicking the other button.

 

Small Business Calculator
SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew?

If your registration is expired or you do not have one, begin the registration/renewal process with a professional NOW. USBRI has been offering filing assistance with SAM since 2011, ensuring business’s are active and compliant in SAM to begin their federal contracting journey. Contact the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a CRS will be able to assist you. You can also checkout below by clicking the button. Once service is purchase, a CRS will be in contact with you in the next 24 business hours with next steps.

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What is the first step in obtaining a federal contract?

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The first step in obtaining a federal contract would be to have a SAM Registration. SAM is the money portal for the government, tracking where it goes, to who, and for what. So if you plan to take on contracting work for the government or receive federal grant dollars, you must be registered.

If you are not sure if your business has a SAM Registration, use the “SAM Status Lookup Tool” by clicking the button below

 

SAM Status Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew?

If your registration is expired or you do not have one, begin the registration/renewal process with a professional NOW. USBRI has been offering filing assistance with SAM since 2011, ensuring business’s are active and compliant in SAM to begin their federal contracting journey. Contact the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a CRS will be able to assist you. You can also checkout below by clicking the button. Once service is purchase, a CRS will be in contact with you in the next 24 business hours with next steps.

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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

Renew or Register in SAM

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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