California DVBE Certification
Need a certified DVBE subcontractor in California? We can help you succeed.
The Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) program in California helps service-disabled veteran entrepreneurs win public contracts by offering bid incentives, set-aside opportunities, and preferred vendor status with state agencies.
If you're a veteran-owned business in California, pursuing California DVBE certification can give you a strategic edge in state and local contracting.
California DVBE Certification
Who Qualifies for DVBE Certification?
To qualify, a business must:
Be at least 51% owned by one or more disabled veterans
Have daily operations and long-term decisions controlled by a disabled veteran
Be domiciled in California
Be independently owned and operated
Meet the size standards for a “small business” under California law
Certification is managed by the California Department of General Services (DGS) through its Office of Small Business and DVBE Services (OSDS).
Why It Matters
State agencies and many public entities are required to award at least 3% of their contract dollars to certified DVBEs. This includes:
Construction and engineering contracts
IT, software, and professional services
Local government and education agency opportunities
Certified DVBEs can also benefit from contractor incentives, scoring advantages, and subcontractor partnerships with larger primes.
Need A California DVBE Partner?
Our sister company, California Veteran DVBE Strategies LLC, specializes in:
Meeting DVBE Set-Aside Requirements for Prime Contractors
Developing DVBE-Supported Proposals
Preparing for participation as a DVBE subcontractor on major public contracts
They also serve as an active DVBE subcontractor for agencies and prime contractors across California.
For California DVBE support, we refer clients to our trusted partner at californiavetdvbe.com.