WOSB Certification
Certification Service for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
Get WOSB Certified the easy way with FAMR
  • Checkmark Save time filling out complex applications
  • Checkmark Receive preferential review on open-bid contracts
  • Checkmark Work directly with the government to grow your business
  • Checkmark Hassle-Free service with the help of experienced professionals
  • Checkmark Get access to grants from multiple government programs

WOSB Certification Benefits

The federal government requires 5% of their annual contracts ($20+ Billion) to be allocated to businesses with a WOSB Certification. That translates to billions of dollars in exclusive work opportunities that you could be capitalizing on.

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Special Preference

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

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Subcontracting Options

WOSB organizations are able to subcontract on the job opportunities they earn. That way the size of a women-owned small business doesn’t determine whether or not it can access lucrative federal jobs.

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Sole Source Awards

Sole Source Law says that a portion of all federal contracts must be awarded directly to qualified WOSB organizations.

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Private Sector Opportunities

WOSB certification goes beyond eligibility for federal benefits. It also grants access to exclusive contracting opportunities from the private sector.

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Set-Aside Bids

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

WOSB Certification Requirements

To register and qualify for WOSB status with the federal government, an organization must meet the following criteria:

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Small Business Status

Qualifies for Small Business Status and is not currently part of the WOSB program.

Full-Time Female Employee

A full-time female employee must hold the highest official position.

51% Owner Owned & Controlled

Over 51% owned and controlled by women who are U.S. citizens.

Head Of Daily Operations

Executive women lead day-to-day and long-term operations.

WOSB Certification Process

Simplify the Women-Owned Small Business Certification process by working with our experienced specialists, who are standing by and ready to handle your registration processes. Here are the steps you’ll take from qualifying to getting WOSB Certified

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Pre-Qualify

Find out if your business meets all of the requirements for a WOSB Certification. Submit your info on this form to find out now.

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Submit Your Documents

Once you qualify, you are required to submit business documents to verify the business is Women-Owned and Operated.

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Certification Completion

The final step in the certification process requires an on-site visit from an appointment representative to discuss business documents and daily operations.

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Why Choose FAMR To Get You WOSB Certified?

When working with FAMR, providing us with some basic information is all it takes to getting started. We’ll also explain what to expect from your business’ registration and certification process.

When You Apply With FAMR

Easy Registration

We make it easy for you to get your certification. You provide your business info and we’ll take care of everything else.

When You Do It Yourself

A Lot Of Hassle

You have to figure out everything yourself. There is a lot of steps you will have to go through your application.

Get Certified Fast

You no longer have to wait weeks to start enjoying the benefits of being WOSB certified with FAMR. We can begin your registration and certification process in as little as 24 hours.

Take Longer To Get Certified

You could take days or even weeks away from your business trying to complete your registration and certication. You could be missing out on contracting opportunities that your business needs to grow.

Effortless Process

We have simplified the process for you, making it easier for you with our expert guidance. Simply provide your business information and we do the heavy lifting.

Complex Process

You will find yourself trying so hard to make sure you get the application right the first time. And you are also likely to be unaware of a few requirements.

Experienced Teammates

We’ve guided businesses of all types to successfully obtaining their certification, and we’d love for you to be our next success story. Our specialists are here to walk you through every step of the WOSB certification process, making it seamless and ensuring your confidence along the way.

Do It Alone

Right now, women small business owners who are willing to research the lengthy federal certification process may file for WOSB status themselves through the SBA or by way of a third-party certifier for Federal Contracts only.

TESTIMONIALS

What WOSB clients say about FAMR

You’re already doing great work in your communities. Our team of specialist wants to help you get certified like we did hundreds of other women-owned small business clients. We follow a process that gives you peace of mind and results in 2-3 days so you can start benefiting from the countless opportunities made available for WOSB’s.

Check Your Eligibility Today!

Fill out this form to see if you qualify for the WOSB Certification and learn more about your next steps to getting certified.

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