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How to Sell to the VA

The VA spends over $40 billion annually on contracts, with a strong emphasis on veteran-owned businesses through the Veterans First Contracting Program. Healthcare, IT, construction, and facility management are the VA's biggest spending categories.

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Market Summary

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Top NAICS Codes

Key Contract Vehicles

VA FSS (Federal Supply Schedule)T4NGMedical/Surgical SupplyVA IDIQ vehicles

Insider Tips

  • 1SDVOSB/VOSB certification is critical — VA prioritizes veteran-owned businesses
  • 2Veterans First program means SDVOSB/VOSB get priority consideration
  • 3VA has its own verification process for SDVOSB/VOSB — now through SBA VetCert
  • 4Healthcare IT (VistA, Cerner) and telehealth are growing rapidly
  • 5Target specific VA Medical Centers for local opportunities
  • 6Construction and facility maintenance are consistent spending areas

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1

    Register on SAM.gov

    Complete registration with healthcare-specific NAICS codes if applicable.

  2. 2

    Get SDVOSB/VOSB Certified

    Through SBA VetCert — this is the single most important step for selling to the VA.

  3. 3

    Get on VA FSS

    The VA Federal Supply Schedule is a primary purchasing vehicle. Apply through GSA.

  4. 4

    Target VISN Offices

    VA is organized into Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISNs). Target the VISNs in your geographic area.

  5. 5

    Attend VA Events

    VA holds regular Vendor Outreach Sessions and National Veterans Small Business Engagement events.

  6. 6

    Focus on Veteran-Specific Set-Asides

    The Veterans First program means VA contracting officers look for SDVOSB/VOSB firms first.

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