Set-Aside Criteria

Ask about our small business promotional program, comprised of a national network of businesses that meet a variety of the small business classifications listed below. Together, we can ensure you meet the necessary set-aside criteria for your projects.

Small Disadvantaged Business

  • At least 51% owned and controlled
  • By African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian Pacific Americans, Subcontinent Asian Americans and Native Americans
  • Net worth less than $750,000

    • Woman-Owned Small Business

  • At least 51% owned by one or more women
  • Daily management and business operations controlled by one or more women

    • Veteran-Owned Small Business

  • Not less than 51% owned by one or more veterans
  • Daily management and business operations controlled by one or more veterans

    • Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business

  • Not less than 51% owned by one or more disabled veterans
  • Daily management and business operations controlled by one or more veterans

    • 8(a) Business

  • Must appear on the List of Qualified 8(a) Small Business Concerns maintained by SBA
  • Classification lasts for 8 years
  • Net worth less than $200,000 to qualify

    • HUBZone Business

  • Underutilized business zone located within one or more qualified census tracts, qualified non-metro counties or lands within external boundaries of an Indian reservation
  • Must have SBA certification