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Veteran Government Contracting Opportunities

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) receive set-aside contracting opportunities and sole-source awards from federal agencies.

Veteran Business Owners

SDVOSB & VOSB Programs

The federal government has established contracting programs specifically designed to give veteran-owned businesses a competitive advantage in winning government contracts. These programs represent billions of dollars in annual contracting opportunities.

SDVOSB

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business

Businesses at least 51% owned and controlled by a service-disabled veteran. SDVOSBs receive the highest level of set-aside contracting preference in federal procurement.

VOSB

Veteran-Owned Small Business

Businesses at least 51% owned and controlled by a veteran (without a service-connected disability). VOSBs receive set-aside preferences, particularly for VA contracts.

Set-Aside Contracts

Federal agencies are required to set aside certain contracts exclusively for SDVOSB or VOSB competition. This means only veteran-owned businesses can bid on these contracts.

Sole-Source Awards

Under certain conditions, contracting officers can award contracts directly to a single SDVOSB or VOSB without competitive bidding — a significant advantage for qualifying businesses.

Federal Contracting Goals

The federal government sets annual contracting goals to ensure veteran-owned businesses receive a fair share of federal contract dollars:

Government-Wide SDVOSB Goal3% of all federal prime contract dollars
VA SDVOSB Goal10% of VA contract dollars to SDVOSBs
VA VOSB Goal12% of VA contract dollars to VOSBs
Annual Federal ContractingHundreds of billions in federal contracts awarded annually

How to Get Certified

Step 01Register your business in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) — required for all federal contractors.
Step 02Apply for SDVOSB or VOSB certification through the SBA's Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) program.
Step 03For VA contracts specifically, complete VA verification through the VA's Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU).
Step 04Search for set-aside contract opportunities on SAM.gov using SDVOSB or VOSB filters.
Step 05Consider working with a Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) for free contracting guidance and bid support.

VGS & Government Contracting

Veteran Global Solutions has direct experience in government contracting and can help veteran entrepreneurs navigate the certification process, identify opportunities, and position their businesses for federal contract success. Contact VGS to learn more about our government contracting support services.

Register Your Business — SBA

Official Resources

SBA Veteran Contracting Assistance Programs

SBA's official guide to SDVOSB and VOSB certification and contracting programs.

VA Veteran-Owned Small Business Verification

VA verification program for veteran-owned businesses seeking VA contracts.

SAM.gov — System for Award Management

Required registration for all businesses seeking federal government contracts.

USASpending.gov — Federal Contract Data

Search federal contract awards and spending data to identify opportunities.

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