WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (WOSB) CERTIFICATION

What is WOSB Certification?

The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contracting Program is the government's commitment to making sure women entrepreneurs get a fair shot at federal contracts. The program sets aside specific contracts for businesses that are at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by women — and in industries where women-owned businesses are considered underrepresented, Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses (EDWOSBs) can access sole-source awards with no competition required.

This is not a small opportunity. The federal government is mandated to award 5% of all federal contracting dollars to WOSBs every single year. That's billions of dollars in contracts that can only go to businesses like yours. If you're a woman business owner who hasn't pursued this certification yet, you are leaving a competitive advantage on the table that your competitors may already be using.

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How GC Advising Helps with WOSB Certification

STEP 01

Eligibility Review

We confirm that your business meets the SBA's ownership, control, and size standards for WOSB — and evaluate whether you may also qualify for the EDWOSB designation, which opens the door to sole-source awards
We identify and address any ownership or control documentation issues before they become reasons for denial

STEP 01

STEP 02

Certification Pathway

WOSB certification can be completed through self-certification or an SBA-approved third-party certifier — we help you choose the right path based on your situation and goals
We prepare all required documentation including ownership records, corporate documents, and personal financial statements for EDWOSB applicants

STEP 02

Certification Pathway

WOSB certification can be completed through self-certification or an SBA-approved third-party certifier — we help you choose the right path based on your situation and goals
We prepare all required documentation including ownership records, corporate documents, and personal financial statements for EDWOSB applicants

STEP 03

Application Preparation & Submission

We compile your full certification package and guide you through the submission process in the SBA's certification system
We handle any follow-up requests from the SBA and keep your application on track through to approval

STEP 03

Application Preparation & Submission

We compile your full certification package and guide you through the submission process in the SBA's certification system
We handle any follow-up requests from the SBA and keep your application on track through to approval

STEP 04

Targeting WOSB & EDWOSB Set-Asides

Once certified, we identify active WOSB and EDWOSB set-aside opportunities across your industry and NAICS codes
We help you build a bidding strategy designed to convert your certification into actual contract wins as quickly as possible

Ready to Get Started?

Being a woman business owner is a competitive advantage in the federal marketplace — but only if you're certified. Book a free consultation and let's get you there.

Book a Free Consultation

Ready to Get Started?

Being a woman business owner is a competitive advantage in the federal marketplace — but only if you're certified. Book a free consultation and let's get you there.