Federal Government Certifications for Small Business Owners

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[@FedAccess]

Glad it was helpful!

[@loafandjug321]

Is it ok to identify as a woman since there's not a male business application?

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[@FedAccess]

Glad it was helpful!

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Good day to you today, can you direct me how to get my MBE, I'm in Texas?

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[@My_Self_I]

I have a set aside but I have no clue how to bid on contracts my buisness is brandnew

[@FedAccess]

I have a video that walks you through exactly how to prepare and submit a bid. Also, check out my video on what to do first.

[@TIPPYtoeup]

Ma’am, I’m putting serious consideration into becoming a Gov Contractor as a small business. Now, currently I carry a Secret and have been a network engineer for a near decade. I also was born deaf in my left ear and hard of hearing in my right. So I am registered as disabled under the ADA. In part of this process I am learning, in part by you. Thanks to previous videos you have created. But my question, if you could be so kind to help. Is there a certification eligible for a civilian disabled small business? Also, have you or those around your circle been awarded IT contracts? I haven’t come across tutorials in that service yet here on YT. Thank you!VR

[@FedAccess]

I think the question to ask is, Can I get 8a certification? 8a is a great program, and lots of IT companies do really well in the 8a program. So I suggest you see if you can qualify for that

[@TIPPYtoeup]

@@FedAccess : Appreciate that. Thanks for your time!

[@SweatReno]

Do we have to have our taxes done to apply as a women-owned business?

[@yaknow05]

"Verification through the VA has discontinued. Effective January 1, 2023. CVE has ceased accepting applications. Previously submitted applications were processed. We are updating our website to reflect CVE’s shift to SBA."

[@yaknow05]

We can't verify thru va.gov/osdbu anymore

[@dannypooran9778]

Great video. Thanks

[@LSSJ_Yams_D_Otsutsuki]

If a contract has more than one set a side are you required to have all of them?

[@7leep7]

Hello I have contacted the SBA in regards to WOSB. My husband and I started a company years ago and we tried to apply for WOSB in 2021 because we set the business up as equal partners however we have since changed the Articles of Organization to reflect I now own 51% but the old application is still showing him as owner and when I tried to reapply as me as owner I couldn't update it. What do I need to do?

[@FedAccess]

Please contact your local APEX Accelerator. The government pays APEX to help companies like yours. They should be able to help you get certified. Their help is free.

[@micahvinson4361]

What about a permanent green card holder with 51% ownership? Would they qualify?

[@scap8863]

Hi there! Thank you so much for the content. Really appreciate it. Question. If have a company owned by 3 owners, 2 who are women. Can you combine the 2 women's equity to 51% and apply for WOSB?

[@FedAccess]

Yes! That works!

[@garywaynenurse]

Great Info..... Gary M. TEXAS

[@joeurgesym249]

Is this the same for nonprofit organizations?

[@FedAccess]

to apply for these SBA certifications, the business must be organized for profit

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[@tiff-skirocksonville49]

So you have to prove that you are both the highest compensated in the company AND that you are economically disadvantaged? What does that makes the employees? In poverty? My employees make more then me. I can’t afford to pay myself hourly. That’s one of the reasons I need this😢

[@Brainjoy01]

Can you pay yourself first? Also, if they're 1099 they're not your employees at all.

[@WhatSayYouHmmm]

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[@BeanJuice-kb3zy]

Hello, thank you for this video, but I didn't see the websites to go and apply for the certifications.

[@FedAccess]

you apply for 8(a) at certify.sba.gov/ you apply for WOSB at beta.certify.sba.gov/ apply for hubzone at eweb.sba.gov

[@vjcubastreams]

@@FedAccess So, Hispanic minorities are part of the 8(a) program?

[@laurie7732]

Hello! I can't seem to find the answer to this question. I'm hoping you can help! What is the best way to structure our LLC if we have a Woman Disabled Veteran and two Male Disabled Veterans. Would it be better to have the woman as the CEO or one of the men? All are disabled vets, but I'm guessing the woman designation will allow us to access more contracts? We are new so we won't qualify for 8a yet. Your content is amazing, thank you for putting all the time in to help all of us:)

[@FedAccess]

The 8(a) certification is the real prize, so first, I would think about whether you want to structure the company in a way to qualify for 8(a) certification. Even though you won't be applying for 8(a) certification now, how you structure the company today will affect your certification in the future. I would start by learning all the details on 8(a) certification. You can read the 8(a) regulations online, at the SBA website. You could also sit down with a PTAC counselor and ask them to go over all the details on the requirements for 8(a) certification. There are also some law firms that specialize in this.

[@Tanyalapatrone]

@@FedAccess when the 8a) says company must be in business for 2 years. Is it 2 years making money, or must have been registered for 2 years.

[@FedAccess]

@@Tanyalapatrone The company must demonstrate the potential for success. if you haven't been making money for 2 years you'd have to find some other way to demonstrate potential for success

[@dionnugent2670]

My partner and I are 50/50 owners of our software business. I have been told that in order to qualify for 8a certification, that one of us must own 51%. Are there any exception to this? We have been in business for 23 years. Please let me know if there are options?

[@FedAccess]

Congratulations for 23 years in business! 8(a) is a great program and it sounds like you would do great in that program. Yes, one person must be majority owner. You can read the actual rules for yourself at the SBA website. There are law firms that specialize in government contracting, it might be worth reaching out to one of them for advice.

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[@terrancenoble3059]

Hi Fedaccess! Great content, I started a Cultural competency training business in 2019. The pandemic hit and I only had one client, does that qualify for 8a set aside? Keep it up, you add a lot of value!!!

[@FedAccess]

8a certification might not help you in that case. I recommend you speak with potential customers and ask them what contracting vehicle they use and whether 8a certification would help. For help finding these people, check out my complete course on government contracting. You'll find it on my KZbin page.

[@terrancenoble3059]

@@FedAccess Thanks for the clarification, I’ll go through your complete course on Government contracting and work to find potential customers. FedAccess you rock!

[@promisetimilehin4575]

Hello FedAccess I want to ask if a permanent resident can bid/apply for government contracts or is it only citizens that can bid for government contracts?

[@FedAccess]

It depends on the contract. The solicitation will tell you. There are some contracts that require that the company be owned by citizens, others do not. Also, there are some contracts that require that the work be performed by citizens. Read the solicitation for the contract to find out the requirements for the contract that you are interested in.

[@aishawilliams7181]

@@FedAccess do you offer any type of consultation

[@cslicer]

NO SAM CAGE CODES are being issued right now. I started on Feb 9, 2022 & 5 Incidents later I am still waiting. The problem exploded on April 1st 2022 when US Sam.Gov stopped using DUNS. I am waiting 16 weeks now. Thank you, Carl 16 Jun 2022.

[@FedAccess]

Terrible! Something similar occurred when they started using SAM.gov. I think that time, they prioritized getting it sorted out for companies that had imminent contract awards, and everyone else had to wait.

[@vjcubastreams]

Just in case you are still waiting, I can confirm that it is now working. 10 days ago I started my registration, on the second day I received an email from CAGE people asking me many things and a time limit of three days for a response. I answered and today I got registered at SAM. You know what they say about entrepreneurship, one of the critical things is, never give up!

[@zeecowins8506]

My registration is now active… waited for 90 days. Don’t create so many incidents it forces the first incident to the bottom .. call and ask for escalation

[@FedAccess]

@@zeecowins8506 Great! Thank you for sharing your experience to help other viewers!

[@2020SLY]

Is my business acceptable for any of these grants I'm a minority woman owned business, and I have a retail online store.

[@FedAccess]

These are not grants. They are certifications that may help you get contracts with the government.

[@joeurgesym249]

Can nonprofit organizations always get a contract?

[@FedAccess]

to apply for these certifications, the business must be organized for profit

[@ameerhahaitham1011]

Dear Madam, I own a general contracting company in Iraq accredited (qualified) in the jCCS. What is the best advice for obtaining contracts or the best way to obtain contracts? Please can I register my company in a small business

[@FedAccess]

Yes, you can register your company in SAM.gov. but I think the best approach is to start building relationships with the people in your area who make purchases, and then ask them how they make purchases. Ask them about upcoming opportunities and ask them what contracting procedures they use.

[@ameerhahaitham1011]

@@FedAccess Thank you for your reply . In fact, I am registered with Sam Gov, hope there will be an opportunity for our cooperation. thanks for your time.

[@SWART2424]

Hello, I want to apply for the government certificates what website do I go to to apply for Illinois?

[@FedAccess]

For Federal certifications, the SBA website will have links to where to apply for each certification (e.g., the website certify.sba.gov). If you're looking for help with non-federal certifications, i suggest you contact your local SBDC. They provide free help to small businesses.

[@irohalabdellah]

How much the price of that Badge ?

[@FedAccess]

?? I don't understand the question

[@JamesSmith-wc5lw]

Are you ok being a consultant for someone who wants to start gov contracts? I have a decent capital but my LLC didn’t operate for 2 years. Please let me know

[@FedAccess]

You could stay out by teaming with other companies. Lots of businesses start out by working as a subcontractor. I'm going to explain this approach in my next video

[@JamesSmith-wc5lw]

@@FedAccess thank you!

[@anwarkhannasar9420]

Very Good information, Ma'am my company has Experienced in contracts from US Government in Afghanistan and the company is also Afghan based registration, is it possible to make J/V with US based company to participate in bidding?

[@FedAccess]

Probably easiest to start out as a subcontractor. Watch my video on Subcontracting to understand how this works

[@wasimalagha405]

Can I apply for SBA certifecation when I just started my company and I do not have any Tax paid yet?!!

[@FedAccess]

It depends on the certification. For example, you'll need business experience to apply for 8(a).

[@wasimalagha405]

@@FedAccess Thank you so much

[@loafandjug321]

Is it ok to identify as a woman since there's not a male business application?

[@JajuanBurton]

Lol great question

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[@blahizake]

Sure. Identify away.

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[@goldengal8073]

I am super interested, but I have fears! How can I get started

[@FedAccess]

I have lots of videos that will walk you through all the different steps. I recommend you start with my video, What To Do First

[@waynecmontgomery]

Great video!!! I enjoyed it

[@FedAccess]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@loafandjug321]

Is it ok to identify as a woman since there's not a male business application?

[@Theresejennings697]

Hi great information but I started my business 3 months ago I'm very new to this and you just told need that time is not a factor in order to be certified which is great news once I get certified am I able to start bidding on government contracts even if my business is 3 months old?

[@FedAccess]

You don't need to apply for certifications in order to bid on government contracts. Lots of government contracts are open to any small business - no additional certifications required. However, if you are just getting started, you may want to start out as a subcontractor. Check out my videos on subcontracting.

[@mohamedeldeeb1432]

hello i hope i will not be bothering you. i want to start my own company i use to work for a company that bid in government and us post offices service repairs. can i start bide in small businesses. Once i register and insured my company. Or i have to do some work and file some taxes. and what king of insurance that required and please what do i need to do more thank you

[@FedAccess]

All good questions! Watch my course, i answer most of those questions here: kzbin.info/aero/PLsPU_DAGB86_va5G7RmM6r1ZyuhxpYaGN

[@pearlsofwisdom2241]

Yes sir

[@mikalstands]

sound is too low

[@valsfaith]

I connected it to my TV. Great content!

[@ShayTBD]

Do these certifications apply to foreign cofounded based businesses? Example: American Hispanic female veteran born to American parents in California is a cofounder/cocontroller of a business developed in Argentina - Can that company gain these certifications?

[@FedAccess]

For the woman-owned program, the certification requires US citizenship and operations based in the US. I have a video that will be posted on Monday that explains the program for woman-owned small businesses. Also be sure to check out the SBA website at SBA.gov to delve into the details on all the programs. Be sure to read the details on the 8(a) program, because that is the best program, if you qualify.

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[@SweatReno]

Trying to apply for WOSB but it asks for my SAM.gov profile. Those ask for fees. I found that a lot of the certifications I'm trying to apply for need a membership.

[@FedAccess]

It is completely free to register in SAM.gov. it is completely free to get WOSB certification. Watch my recent video on how to register in SAM. It will walk you through the steps and there is no charge.

[@jordannas.2149]

@@FedAccesswhat about the certificate. How much does it cost because I’ve seen some for 750 and others for 950

[@FedAccess]

It is completely free to apply for certification. Go to certify.sba.gov

[@jordannas.2149]

@@FedAccessthank you 🤍