Certified veteran-owned small businesses (VOSBs) will be able to pursue sole-source and set-aside contracts at the Department of Veterans Affairs under the VA's Vets First program. Certified service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) will have the opportunity to compete for federal sole-source and set-aside contracts across the federal government.


Being prepared with the needed document is half the battle of completion. This list and summary video will help you get your documents in order and ready to begin the application process.

Are you eligible?

• Be considered a small business as defined by the size standard corresponding to at least one NAICS code listed in the business’s SAM.gov profile.
• 51%+  of the business must be owned and controlled by one or more veterans.
• Veteran must hold highest officer position and receive the highest compensation in the company 
• Business must be properly licensed with federal and state government 
• Veteran has no federal debts our obligations outstanding