Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Explained
A Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) is a company that is at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more veterans with a service-connected disability. The federal government created this designation to ensure that disabled veterans have meaningful opportunities to participate in government contracting.
Under SBA’s VetCert program, certified SDVOSBs are eligible for set-aside and sole-source federal contracts across nearly every agency.
Who Qualifies as an SDVOSB?
To be recognized as an SDVOSB by the federal government, your business must meet these criteria:
51% veteran ownership by one or more service-disabled veterans
The veteran(s) must control daily operations and long-term decisions
Your business must be classified as “small” under SBA size standards
You must be certified by the SBA through the Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) portal
This certification is required for eligibility on VA contracts (under Vets First) and is increasingly requested in solicitations from DoD, DHS, GSA, and other federal agencies.
Why It Matters in Government Contracting
SDVOSBs benefit from:
3% of federal contracting dollars are reserved annually
Sole-source awards up to $5 million for manufacturing and $4.5 million for services
Set-aside contracts exclusive to SDVOSBs
Strong subcontracting demand from large primes needing to meet small business goals
Whether you’re aiming to prime small federal awards or join a teaming agreement, SDVOSB status provides a significant advantage in competitive acquisitions.
A Certified SDVOSB You Can Partner With
At SSRJ Consulting, we don’t just help other veteran-owned businesses—we are one.
We are a federally certified SDVOSB and a ready partner for:
Micro-purchase and simplified acquisition pass-throughs
Subcontracting on larger proposals
Serving as a small prime on professional services, compliance, and technical scopes
Supporting agencies with quick-turn SDVOSB contract fulfillment
Whether you're an agency seeking to meet SDVOSB goals or a prime contractor needing a qualified teaming partner, SSRJ delivers SDVOSB compliance with speed and professionalism.
Looking for a Certified SDVOSB?
Let’s work together on your next federal opportunity. SSRJ Consulting is ready to support VA, DHS, and DoD buyers as a verified SDVOSB small business.
📞 Contact us today to discuss your contracting needs.
