Certification

Businesses can pursue a range of certifications that validate ownership, control and operational independence. These certifications enhance credibility, support eligibility for contracting opportunities and connect businesses to corporate and government procurement pipelines.

Certifying Entities

Disability-Owned Business (DOBE)

Certifies disability-owned businesses and connects them to corporate buyers committed to inclusive sourcing.

Georgia Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)

Certifies small businesses that are at least 51% owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.

LGBTQ+ Business (LGBTBE)

Certifies businesses that are majority owned and operated by LGBTQ+ individuals and connects them to corporate supplier diversity programs.

Minority-Owned Business (MBE)

Certifies businesses that are at least 51% owned, operated and controlled by minority individuals.

Small & Disadvantaged Business Certifications

Administers federal certifications including the 8(a) Business Development Program, HUBZone and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB). These designations provide access to set-aside and sole-source federal contracts.

Veteran-Owned Business (VOSB / SDVOSB)

Certifies Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses for federal contracting opportunities.

Women-Owned Business (WBE)

Certifies women-owned businesses for corporate supplier diversity programs. Requires 51% ownership and control by one or more women.