The Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) designation is an enhanced tier of the WOSB program — and it comes with significantly more contracting power. EDWOSB-certified businesses can receive sole-source contract awards in industries where women are underrepresented, meaning the government can award you a contract directly without putting it up for competition. No bidding war. No competing against established firms. Just a direct path from your certification to a signed contract.

To qualify, you must meet all WOSB requirements and demonstrate economic disadvantage through personal financial documentation. The bar is higher, but the reward is greater — and GC Advising helps you meet it.