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Veteran-owned businesses have access to federal contracts their competitors can't bid on — but only if they know where to look. GovProcure surfaces every week's SDVOSB (service-disabled veteran-owned small business) set-asides, veteran program grants, and VA procurement opportunities in one weekly report.
The Challenge
SDVOSB Opportunities Hidden
SDVOSB-certified businesses (companies owned by veterans with service-connected disabilities) are eligible for contracts reserved just for them — but those opportunities are scattered across dozens of agencies with no central list.
VA Procurement Is Specialized
VA procurement (buying by the Department of Veterans Affairs) is complex and different from other federal agencies. Tracking which contracts are veteran-exclusive versus open competition requires constant monitoring.
Grant Programs Across Agencies
Federal grants for veteran service programs come from at least five different agencies — HHS (Health and Human Services), DOL (Department of Labor), VA, DoD (Department of Defense), and HUD (Housing and Urban Development) — each with its own calendar and portal.
How GovProcure Helps
S2 Veteran-Owned Contractor Opportunities
Every week, we pull every active contract on SAM.gov that is restricted to veteran-owned businesses. We separate SDVOSB (service-disabled veteran-owned) from standard VOSB (veteran-owned) and sort by state and industry — so you can instantly show your clients what's available.
A1 Incumbent Contractor Analysis
See who currently holds contracts with the VA and other agencies — and what those contracts are worth. Help veteran business owners understand the competitive landscape and identify opportunities they can pursue.
G-Series Federal Veterans Grants
Track grant opportunities specifically for veterans service providers and veteran-owned businesses. We monitor DOL, HHS, VA, DoD, and HUD programs weekly — so you always know what's open.
VA-Specific Procurement Intelligence
The Department of Veterans Affairs has special procurement programs and set-asides for veteran-owned businesses. We track VA activity separately so you see the full picture of what your members can compete for.
What You Get Each Week
Weekly Deliverables
- Active contracts set aside exclusively for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses (SDVOSB)
- Active contracts open to all veteran-owned businesses (VOSB — Veteran-Owned Small Business)
- New federal grant listings for veteran service programs and organizations
- Recent contract awards to veteran-owned businesses (shows what winning looks like)
- VA-specific procurement activity this week
Questions We Hear All the Time
Our S2 report pulls every active solicitation (open bid request) on SAM.gov that is restricted to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. SDVOSB means the company is at least 51% owned and controlled by a veteran with a service-connected disability. We sort these by state and industry category so you can quickly find what's relevant to your members.
A VOSB (Veteran-Owned Small Business) is any small business at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more veterans. An SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) is the same but the veteran must have a disability connected to their military service. SDVOSB status is more valuable because it opens the door to sole-source contracts (where the government can buy directly without bidding) up to $5 million for services and $3 million for construction.
As of 2023, all SDVOSB and VOSB certifications go through the SBA (Small Business Administration). The old VA certification program (called VetCert) was transferred to SBA. The business applies at veterans.certify.sba.gov, submits ownership and service documentation, and receives a certification valid for three years. Being in SAM.gov (the federal vendor database) is also required.
Yes. The VA has the Veterans First Contracting Program which gives veteran-owned businesses priority, but DoD (Department of Defense), DHS (Department of Homeland Security), GSA (General Services Administration), and most civilian agencies all have SDVOSB set-aside authority under FAR (the Federal Acquisition Regulation — the rulebook all federal buyers follow). Our S2 report covers all agencies, not just VA.
Yes. DOL (Department of Labor) funds veteran employment and training services through its Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS). HHS (Health and Human Services) has programs serving veteran families. The VA has its own grant programs for community veteran service providers. We track all of these in our G-series weekly grants report.
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