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Is HUBZone worth it?

If you have a SAM Registration and qualify as a small business, getting a HUBZone Certification can bring more opportunities for growth to your business. With a HUBZone Certification, you will be considered for grants competing in a much smaller pool. Here are a list of requirements to becoming HUBZone certified:

    • Principal office must reside in a HUBZone
    • 35% of W-2 full time employees must reside in a HUBZone
    • Must meet Small Business Size Standards set forth by the SBA

If you would like to read more about the HUBZone Certification and your eligibility, click the button below

Do you know your SAM Registration status?

An additional requirement to having a HUBZone Certification is you must have an ACTIVE registration in SAM. If you are unsure of your status, use the Lookup Tool by clicking below

What is HUBZone status?

A HUBZone status is one that meets all requirements of  HUBZone Certification set forth by the SBA (Small Business Administration). A brief list of some of the requirements are:

    • Principal office must reside in a HUBZone
    • 35% of W-2 full time employees must reside in a HUBZone
    • Must meet Small Business Size Standards set forth by the SBA

If you would like to read more about the HUBZone Certification and your eligibility, click the button below

Do you know your SAM Registration status?

An additional requirement to having a HUBZone Certification is you must have an ACTIVE registration in SAM. If you are unsure of your status, use the Lookup Tool by clicking below

What is an example of a HUBZone?

An example of a HUBZone location is any area designated in the HUBZone Map on SBA. A HUBZone location is not determined based on geographical parameters, but economical. Use the map to determine where you and your business is located.

Visit the HUBZone Eligibility & Certification page to learn more

Do you know your SAM Registration status?

One of the requirements to having a HUBZone Certification is having a an ACT IVE registration in SAM. To know the status of your registration, use the lookup tool by clicking below

What is considered a HUBZone location?

A HUBZone (Historically Underutilized Business Zone) location is anywhere that the SBA has designated as HUBZone area. You can check if you are in a HUBZone by using the map located on the SBA website.

You can also learn more about the certification and your eligibility by clicking the button below.

Do you know your SAM Registration status?

One of the requirements to having a HUBZone Certification is having a an ACT IVE registration in SAM. To know the status of your registration, use the lookup tool by clicking below

What qualifies a company as a HUBZone?

There a few requirements that a business must meet in order to be a HUBZone:

    • The principle office must reside in a HUBZone
    • At least 35% of full-time employees must reside in a HUBZone
    • Your company must have an ACTIVE registration in SAM

To read more about your eligibility and requirements, visit the HUBZone Certification page by clicking below

Do you know your SAM Registration status?

One of the requirements to having a HUBZone Certification is having a an ACT IVE registration in SAM. To know the status of your registration, use the lookup tool by clicking below

Are you a HUBZone resident?

If you are unsure of you are a HUBZone resident, use the HUBZone Lookup Map and check your address.

Check your HUBZone Eligibility by clicking below

Do you know your SAM Registration status?

One of the requirements to keep your HUBZone Certification is to have an ACTIVE SAM registration. Check your SAM status by clicking below

How do I check HUBZone status?

The Small Business Administration’s HUBZone application system, accessible through the website www.sba.gov/hubzone, offers a convenient feature to track the status of your application in real time. By simply accessing the certification function on the homepage and choosing the “Check Application Status” option, applicants can easily monitor the progress of their submission. This user-friendly system empowers businesses to stay informed about the evaluation process, ensuring transparency and facilitating timely updates. Stay engaged and informed by utilizing this efficient tool provided by the SBA for monitoring your HUBZone application status.

Check your HUBZone Eligibility by clicking below

Do you know your SAM Registration status?

One of the requirements to keep your HUBZone Certification is to have an ACTIVE SAM registration. Check your SAM status by clicking below

What is the benefit of getting certified?

Businesses certified as SDVOSBs through the SBA Veteran Certification Program are eligible for sole-source and set-aside SDVOSB prime contract awards across the federal government. Certified SDVOSBs are also eligible as similarly situated entities when acting as a subcontractor on sole-source or set-aside SDVOSB procurements. All SDVOSBs are considered VOSBs for awards by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Businesses certified as VOSBs through the SBA Veteran Certification Program are eligible for sole-source and set-aside VOSB prime contract awards at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Certified VOSBs are also eligible as similarly situated entities when acting as a subcontractor on sole-source or set-aside VOSB procurements.

Both certified SDVOSBs and VOSBs who are the Managing Venturer of a Joint Venture are eligible to have their certifications designate the JV as an SDVOSB or VOSB (as applicable). Further, certified SDVOSBs and VOSBs are eligible for the Federal Surplus Personal Property Donation Program managed by the General Services Administration.

Get Started On Your Certification Now

If you would like to get started on your VOSB or SDVOSB, reach out to our Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 (M-F 9am-5pm EST). USBRI handles a majority of the certification process for you, only pulling you in where absolutely necessary. This includes updating your SAM Registration, SBA Profile and DSBS Profile after your certification goes active (including 12 months of support on the SAM Registration, Certification itself and the additional SBA/DSBS Profiles). VOSB & SDVOSB Certifications are good for 3 years once approved.

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Who should register with SAM.gov?

Any business who plans to bid on federal grants and contracts should register with SAM.gov. Additionally, if you are looking to receive any SBA Certifications, a SAM.gov Registration is a requirement in order to obtain any SBA certification. If you have a registration and are unsure of your status, use the SAM Status Lookup Tool by selecting the button below.

Do you qualify as a small business?

If you are curious about your eligibility for a Small Business Certification, use the Small Business Calculator Tool by clicking below

Who should register in SAM.gov?

Any business who plans to bid on federal grants and contracts should register in SAM.gov. Additionally, if you are looking to receive any SBA Certifications, a SAM Registration is a requirement in order to obtain any SBA certification. If you have a registration and are unsure of your status, use the SAM Status Lookup Tool by selecting the button below.

Do you qualify as a small business?

If you are curious about your eligibility for a Small Business Certification, use the Small Business Calculator Tool by clicking below