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How long does a WOSB Certification take for approval?

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WOSB Certification Approval

The approval processing time for a Woman-Owned Small Business can take anywhere from six to nine months. providing there is no unexpected setbacks or curveballs. Going through a filing assistance firm such as USBRI, a CRS will facilitate the whole process for you and ensure that it can be done quickly. If you are interested in learning more about the Woman-Owned Small Business Certification, give the USBRI Help Desk a call at 1-888-646-9998

You can also browse the Woman-Owned Small Business Certification & Eligibility page by clicking below

WOSB Certification & Eligibility

Need to Register or Renew Your SAM Registration?

An additional eligibility requirement for the WOSB Certification is to have an active SAM Registration. If you are unsure of your status or if you have one, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a Certified Registration Specialist would ne happy to assist you. Browse the USBRI Services page by clicking the button below.

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How much does a GSA cost?

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GSA Schedule Cost

When initially applying for GSA there is no cost, however you must be registered  with SAM to proceed further. These can be tedious and overwhelming when first registering. USBRI has been offering filing assistance for the last 13 years. If you have questions or need any help with anything regarding SAM, please reach out to USBRI Help Desk 1-888-646-9998.

If you are unsure that you have a SAM Registration, click the button below

Check SAM & UEI Status

Need to Register or Renew?

If your SAM Registration is set to expire or you do not have one, begin the renewal/registration process NOW. You do not want to miss out on federal contracting opportunities due to a lapsed SAM Registration. Call the USBRI Help Desk for assistance or begin now by going to the services page by clicking the button below.

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How To Qualify For A VOSB Certification?

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How To Qualify For A VOSB Certification

To qualify for a VOSB Certification, you must meet the requirements set forth by both SBA and the VA. Those requirements include:

    • Meet SBA Small Business Size Standards
    • Active and Compliant SAM Registration (check the status here)
    • 51% or greater owned and controlled by a US Veteran
    • US Veteran must oversee the day-to-day operations

Visit the VOSB page and take the questionnaire to determine your eligibility

 

VOSB Eligibility Questionnaire

Need to Register or Renew?

If you need to renew or register a SAM, get started TODAY with a CRS (Certified Registration Specialist). Contact the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 with any questions you may have. Get started today with a specialist by clicking the button below.

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How do I check an address in the HUBZone Map?

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How To Check HUBZone Map

To check to see if an address is within a HUBZone, use the HUBZone Map on SBA. If your address is located within a HUBZone, you may be qualified for a HUBZone Certification. Check your eligibility by using the Small Business Calculator Tool and browse the HUBZone Certification & Eligibility page by clicking the button below

HUBZone Map Lookup Tool

Need a SAM Registration?

In order to qualify for any Small Business Certification or Set-Aside, you must have an active SAM Registration. If you need to register and need assistance, do not hesitate to call our help desk or browse our services page by clicking the button below

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What happens if I submit my application for HUBZone before a map update?

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Submit HUBZone before Update?

In order to be certified into the program, the applicant must be eligible as of the date it was submitted for review and the HUBZone director issues a decision. If you submit before a map update, as long as you meet the qualifications (i.e. map location), you should not have any issue with getting HUBZone Certified.

To know if your location is in a HUBZone, use the map lookup tool by clicking the button below

 

HUBZone Map Lookup Tool

Need to Register or Renew in SAM?

An additional requirement to be HUBZone Certified is to have an active and compliant SAM Registration. Use the SAM Expiration Lookup Tool to see if you need to renew. If you do, contact the USBRI Help Desk (1-888-646-9998) and talk to a CRS about your options. You can get started with a specialist today by clicking the button below.

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What happens when a HUBZone expires?

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According to SBA, if you see an expiration date for your HUBZone Certification, it means you will no longer qualify on that expiration date. Some of the requirements are listed below:

    • 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

HUBZone Certification & Eligibility

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

SAM Status Lookup Tool

What is the purpose of small business administration?

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The purpose of the SBA (Small Business Administration) is to directly identify and award small businesses located in the United States. The government sets aside a certain percentage of federal contracting dollars to those who are small business certified and/or have a specific set-aside certification. All government contracts under $250k are directly awarded to small businesses so it is beneficial to qualify.

If you are unsure if you do qualify as a small business, use the Small Business Calculator Tool by clicking the button below

Small Business Calculator Tool

Need to Renew or Register in SAM?

A requirement to being qualified as a small business with the government is having an active and compliant SAM Registration. Use the SAM Status Lookup Tool to see if you have a registration and when it expires. If you need to renew and need assistance, reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 and a dedicated CRS will be able to assist you.

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How much does applying to GSA cost?

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Initially there are no cost to an application or additional fees when applying to GSA. Before you can proceed further you must be registered with SAM. However these can be tedious and overwhelming when first registering. USBRI has been offering filing assistance for the last 13 years. If you have questions or need any help with anything regarding SAM, please reach out to USBRI Help Desk 1-888-646-9998.

If you are unsure that you have a SAM Registration, click the button below

Check SAM & UEI Status

Need to Register or Renew?

If your SAM Registration is set to expire or you do not have one, begin the renewal/registration process NOW. You do not want to miss out on federal contracting opportunities due to a lapsed SAM Registration. Call the USBRI Help Desk for assistance or begin now by going to the services page by clicking the button below.

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How much does it cost to apply for HUBZone certification?

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HUBZone Certification Cost

The only cost to applying for a HUBZone Certification is the time spent on it, especially if you are doing it for the first. The process can be tedious and time consuming especially if you are going to be applying for the first time. USBRI has been offering filing services to those in need of assistance with SAM and SBA Certifications for over 11 years. Reach out to the USBRI Help Desk at 1-888-646-9998 with any questions you may have regarding SAM or Small Business Certifications.

An additional requirement to having a HUBZone Certification is having an ACTIVE registration in SAM, use the tool below to check the status

Check SAM Status Here

Need to Renew or Register a SAM Registration?

As stated above, one of the requirements to having any sort of set-aside certification, including HUBZone, is having an active and compliant SAM Registration. If you used the tool above and discovered an expiring or missing registration, get started on the process with a CRS today. You do not want to miss out on new or existing business with the federal government due to that non-compliant SAM Registration.

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What’s considered Economically Disadvantaged?

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What’s Considered Economically Disadvantaged

When referring to economically disadvantaged businesses, those parameters are set by the SBA(Small Business Administration). Commonly know classes would include, Minority Owned/8(a), Woman Owned, and Veteran Owned businesses. Before you consider your business under one of these certifications you must be registered under SAM. USBRI has been offering filing assistance for the last 13 years. If you have any questions regarding SAM reach out to the USBRI Help Desk 1-888-646-9998.

If you are unsure that you have a SAM Registration, click the button below

Check SAM & UEI Status

Need to Register or Renew?

If your SAM Registration is set to expire or you do not have one, begin the renewal/registration process NOW. You do not want to miss out on federal contracting opportunities due to a lapsed SAM Registration. Call the USBRI Help Desk for assistance or begin now by going to the services page by clicking the button below.

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