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FEDERAL

SBA WOSB Federal Contracting Program – Women-Owned Small Business Certification

Federal certification enabling Louisiana women-owned small businesses (WOSB) and economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses (EDWOSB) to compete for set-aside federal contracts; 5% federal contracting goal for WOSBs; SBA self-certification available through MySBA platform; WBEC South also provides WOSB certification.

About this program

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Eligibility

Small businesses at least 51% owned and controlled by a woman who is a U.S. citizen; EDWOSB requires demonstrating economic disadvantage; must qualify as a small business under SBA size standards.

Requirements

  • At least 51% owned and controlled by a woman who is a U.S. citizen
  • Qualify as a small business under SBA size standards
  • Self-certify through MySBA at certify.sba.gov or obtain third-party certification through WBEC South