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Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Overview

Set aside for WOSB's, EDWOSB's and Sole Source Federal Contracts within eligible industries.

The government limits competition and sets aside 5% of annual spending for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contract program.

These contracts are for goods and services in specific industries where WOSBs / EDWOSBs are underrepresented.

Joining the WOSB Federal Contract program makes a business eligible to compete for federal contracts reserved for the program's certified participants. These contracts are known as “set-asides.

It is important to note that WOSB certification benefits represent Federal contracting opportunities, rather than those in the private sector.

If you own a business that is majority owned / operated by 51 percent or more women, you could qualify for some of that budget. To find out if your business is eligible, fill out our form below, or contact us at any me to receive expert assistance.

WOSB/EDWOSB Benefits
Government Contracts and Certifications LLC has worked with many business’s to get them certified and compliant. As a business owner your time is valuable and resources sometimes limited.
Incorrect and / or incomplete registrations and certifications can create delays and missed opportunities. Our government certification team will eliminate all that hassle and provide you with timely and accurate filing.
The federal government reserves 5% (roughly $25 billion) of the annual contracts that they allocate to businesses each year for WOSBs. That translates to billions of dollars in exclusive work opportunities that other registered businesses in the federal marketplace can’t compete for.
In 2021, the federal government allocated $637 billion into annual contract spending. Over $26 billion of that fund was enacted for the sole purpose of supporting WOSB organizations with awards and contracting opportunities available only to them. Including these exclusive funding opportunities, there are many advantages to getting your WOSB certification:

  • Sole Source Contracts

    Sole Source contracts is a percentage of all federal contracts must be awarded directly to qualified WOSB organizations.

  • Set-Aside Contracts

    Set-aside contracts and grants provide competitive opportunities that only WOSB-registered businesses can bid on.

  • Additional Opportunity

    Women-owned small businesses also receive preferential review when bidding on open-bid contracts that the rest of the federal marketplace can also compete for.

  • Subcontracting Opportunities

    WOSB organizations are able to subcontract with Prime Contractors on larger contracts where the size of a women-owned small business doesn’t determine whether or not it can access lucrative federal jobs.
ELIGIBILITY:

It is encouraged to display your logos on your website, storefront and products will provide you with being able to market yourself as WOSB Certified.

Your WOSB Logo shows that your Women-Owned Small Business is trusted by the Federal Government and your products / services are compliant with Government Policies.

There are exceptions on behalf of eligibility which are reviewed on an individual basis. The primary qualifications that your small business must meet to be eligible for the WOSB set aside program.
  • Must be a Small Business.
  • Be at least 51% or more owned and controlled by US Citizens.
  • Have the qualifying women manage day-to-day operations and make all long term decisions.

Why GCC ?
GCC has more than 12 years of government contract and government compliance experience. We have assisted many Clients in becoming WOSB/EDWOSB Certified on the Federal Level and State Certifications on the Local level government, Municipal and Supplier Diversity Programs.
Our experienced consultants will work with you individually in completing the complicated process required in becoming a WOSB/EDWOSB Certified small business.
By choosing GCC LLC, you are receiving an experienced and dedicated team who specializes in taking part in your success and look to form a long-lasting relationship with your business.