VIP Resources

U.S. Small Business Administration: 

The SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small business and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation's only go-to resource and voice for small businesses.

8(a) Training Videos

The SBA Office of Government Contracting & Business Development (GCBD) has provided 8(a) Focused Trainings to that cover areas on the application that may need more clarification.

Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC):

Local Assistance

VBOCs provide assistance in identifying and analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of the business plan to increase the probability of success.

Association of Procurement Technical Assistance Center: 

Dedicated procurement professionals working to help local businesses compete successfully in the government marketplace.

The System for Award Management: 

The System for Award Management (SAM) is an official website of the U.S. government. There is no cost to use SAM. You can use this site for FREE to: Register to do business with the U.S. government, Update or renew your entity registration, Check status of an entity registration, Search for entity registration and exclusion records.

Military Reservist Loan

If you have an essential employee who is a military reservist called to active duty, SBA provides loans to help eligible small businesses with operating expenses.

Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) Verification

How to access CVE verification to participate in the VA’s VET First Procurement Program.

Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) Verification

Click here for further guidance on the verification transfer - This is for SDVOSBs currently self-certified as such in the Federal government's System for Award Management (SAM).

World Bank’s 2020 Doing Business Guide: 

Look up your targeted market for good detail on procedure, time and cost across 10 separate aspects of business regulations.

The International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce: 

The International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce manages this global trade site to provide access to ITA information on promoting trade and investment, strengthening the competitiveness of U.S. industry, and ensuring fair trade and compliance with trade laws and agreements.

Commercial Diplomacy:

The Commercial and Business Affairs division of the U.S. Department of State provides assistance to U.S. firms seeking help with business problems abroad by coordinating the Department’s advocacy efforts on behalf of U.S. companies, connecting American firms to resources at U.S. embassies, and identifying commercial information and market opportunities for the U.S. business community.

VetsGoGlobal

VetsGoGlobal is a Veteran led initiative of the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, U.S. Commercial Service whose focus is to educate and inform U.S. Veteran-owned businesses on the export process and international business opportunities.