Your Advantages
- 5% federal contracting goal for women-owned businesses
- WOSB sole source contracts up to $4.5M (services) or $8M (manufacturing)
- EDWOSB provides additional sole source opportunities
- Access to SBA Women's Business Centers for free counseling
- Eligibility for multiple set-aside programs simultaneously
- State and local women-owned preferences in many jurisdictions
How to Get Started
Register on SAM.gov
Complete your free SAM.gov registration with your business details.
Self-Certify as WOSB
WOSB certification can be done through SBA's self-certification portal or through approved third-party certifiers.
Consider EDWOSB
If you meet the economic disadvantage criteria (net worth under $850K excluding home and business), apply for EDWOSB for more opportunities.
Search WOSB Set-Asides
Use Bureauify to filter for WOSB and EDWOSB set-aside contracts in your NAICS codes.
Connect with WBCs
Visit an SBA Women's Business Center for free counseling, training, and networking.
Start Bidding
Focus on set-aside opportunities first, then expand to full and open competitions as you build experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifies as a women-owned small business?
The business must be at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more women who are U.S. citizens, and it must be small under the applicable NAICS size standard.
Is WOSB certification free?
Yes. SBA self-certification is free. Third-party certifiers may charge a fee but are not required.
Can I have both WOSB and 8(a) certification?
Yes. You can hold multiple certifications simultaneously. Having both WOSB and 8(a) maximizes your set-aside opportunities.
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