Empowering Veterans in Construction Excellence
The U.S. government has established a goal to award at least 3% of all federal contracting dollars to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and supports Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) through various preference programs. Certification provides:
Veteran Information | Details |
---|---|
Full Legal Name | _________________________________ |
Service Branch | _________________________________ |
Service Dates | From: _____________ To: _____________ |
Discharge Type | _________________________________ |
Service-Connected Disability Rating | _________________________________ |
The veteran owner(s) must demonstrate control over the business through:
Control Element | Requirement | Documentation |
---|---|---|
Strategic Decision Making | Authority over major business decisions | Board resolutions, bylaws |
Day-to-Day Operations | Responsibility for daily management | Job descriptions, org chart |
Financial Control | Authority over financial decisions | Bank signature cards, financial statements |
Contract Authority | Power to bind the company | Contract signing authority documentation |
Processing Time: 60-90 days average
Certification Validity: 3 years from approval date
Annual Requirements: Update business information annually
Contract Type | VOSB Eligibility | SDVOSB Eligibility | Benefits |
---|---|---|---|
Set-Aside Contracts | Limited | Yes | Reduced competition |
Sole Source Awards | No | Up to $4M | No competition required |
Prime Contracting | Yes | Yes | Direct government contracts |
Subcontracting | Yes | Yes | Preference in subcontract awards |
Phase | Timeline | Key Activities |
---|---|---|
Preparation | 2-4 weeks | Document gathering, Alliance consultation |
Application Submission | 1-2 weeks | VetBiz registration, document upload |
Government Review | 60-90 days | CVE verification process |
Decision/Certification | 1-2 weeks | Approval notification, database update |
I certify that the information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that providing false information may result in denial of certification or decertification.
Applicant Signature: Date:
Print Name:
Alliance for Contractors - Veteran Services Division
Phone: (555) 123-VETS (8387)
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.alliancecontractors.com/veteran-services
This document is provided as a service to veteran contractors seeking VOSB/SDVOSB certification. For the most current requirements and procedures, always consult the official government resources.