Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB/EDWOSB) Certification
Unlock Federal Contracting Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs
What is WOSB/EDWOSB Certification?
The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) Federal Contracting programs are designed to provide greater access to federal contracting opportunities for women business owners. These certifications enable eligible businesses to compete for set-aside contracts specifically designated for women-owned companies.
Key Benefits of WOSB/EDWOSB Certification
Access to Exclusive Contracts
Compete for federal contracts specifically set aside for women-owned businesses. The federal government has a 5% contracting goal for WOSBs.
Reduced Competition
WOSB/EDWOSB set-aside contracts limit competition to only certified women-owned businesses, significantly improving your chances of winning contracts.
Sole Source Awards
EDWOSBs can receive sole source contracts up to $7 million for manufacturing and $4.5 million for other industries, eliminating competitive bidding.
Enhanced Credibility
Official certification demonstrates your business meets strict federal requirements, enhancing your credibility with government agencies and prime contractors.
WOSB vs EDWOSB: What's the Difference?
WOSB Certification
- At least 51% owned and controlled by one or more women
- Women must be U.S. citizens
- Qualify as a small business by SBA size standards
- Women owners must manage day-to-day operations
- No economic disadvantage requirement
EDWOSB Certification
- Meets all WOSB requirements, plus:
- Women owners must be economically disadvantaged
- Personal net worth less than $750,000 (excluding primary residence and business ownership)
- Adjusted gross income averaged over 3 years not exceeding $350,000
- Total assets less than $6 million
Our Certification Services Include
- Eligibility assessment and consultation
- Complete application preparation and submission
- Document collection and organization
- Third-party certification assistance (SBA-approved certifiers)
- SAM.gov profile optimization for WOSB/EDWOSB designation
- Annual certification renewal support
- Ongoing compliance guidance
- Expert support team at (813) 939-7591
Certification Process Timeline
The WOSB/EDWOSB certification process typically takes 30-90 days from initial application to approval, depending on the certifying agency and completeness of your documentation. We streamline this process by ensuring all required documents are properly prepared and submitted.
Choose Your Certification Path
Based on your financial situation and business structure, we'll help you determine whether WOSB or EDWOSB certification is right for you. EDWOSB provides additional benefits if you qualify for economic disadvantage status.
Not sure which is right for you? Call us at (813) 939-7591