SBA Certification Workshop

Description

Every year, the Federal government spends billions of dollars on supplies and services. Twenty-three percent of these purchases are earmarked for small businesses. One of the quickest routes into this marketplace is to have one of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) certifications. Join the SBA’s Louisiana District Office to learn about the different eligibility criteria for the 8(a) Program, Woman-Owned Small Business Certification, and the HUBZone Program. Take-Aways ~Eligibility requirements ~Benefits of the program ~Application process ~After approval, business development assistance available ~Overview on how set-aside contracts are awarded