SBE Certification

Small Business Enterprise certification

A Small Business Enterprise certification, or SBE certification, defines your business as being a small business and are usually issued by the local or state government. The certification is generally, gender and ethnicity neutral. If you have a small business, a SBE Certification is a valuable marketing tool for your small business, and can give you special consideration when bidding on contracts with local government. Some states have set-aside contracts so that SBE certified companies can compete as a sub-contractor.

The SBE certification is non-industry specific. Eligibility for certification as a Small Business Enterprise varies depending on the issuing agency; number of employees, length of time the company has been in business and other specific information.

Organizations wishing to become SBE certified should contact the appropriate government body for their state. The certification process usually involves completing an application and/or completing a registration with the certifying government body. Acquiring the SBE Certification can expose your business to potential new markets and present you with opportunities that haven’t always been open to you. However, preparing for the application and making sure you have everything necessary to put your hat in the ring can be tedious. Rather than doing it on your own, why not have Spearhead Certifications to assist you. With our help, you can quickly find out whether or not you’re eligible for small business grants, certifications, and job opportunities.

SBE Services for Small Business Owners

Spearhead Certifications strives to make obtaining the SBE Certification as easy as possible. Our knowledgeable consultants are ready to step in to see if your business qualifies for the certification. We will inform you about any documentation you need to supply, as well as any and all eligibility requirements that you must meet.

From there, we can aid you as you complete the application. Our certification team can determine the appropriate agencies, as well. Once the application is complete, we can even submit it for you

How Does the Process of Obtaining the SBE Certification Work?

Here are the steps associated with obtaining the SBE Certification. We will help you through the process every step of the way.

First, we will review the criteria for obtaining SBE Certification pertaining to your business. Your business must meet all criteria to qualify.
Next, we will assist you in gathering all necessary documentation, which varies by business type. Required documentation may include the history of your business, stock certificates, meeting minutes, ownership and operational documents, proof of citizenship, insurance documents, and more.
Then, we will help you complete the online application, which does require a fee. All required documents must be submitted with your application. We can submit the completed application for you.
Upon your application’s approval, you will then schedule a time for an interview and a visit to your business’ location. After this step, you will then have to wait for a response as to whether or not you’ve been approved for your SBE Certification.

The certification process takes approximately three to four months after your application is approved. We will do our very best to help you get approved.

Some benefits of obtaining the SBE certification include:

Access to specialized loans
Certified as a business of success or future success
Access to educational seminars, networking events, professional training, consulting services, and technical assistance
Introduction to local, state, federal corporations or businesses

The business world is ever-changing, and Spearhead Certifications wants to help you and your business stay caught up. With increased accessibility and an abundance of resources at your fingertips, obtaining the SBE Certification provides your business with the ability to grow, flourish, and make a positive impact on your community. We will also be able to help you access small business minority grants, certifications, and job opportunities that can help your business succeed.

Approval of the application can place you in the running for small business minority grants as well as contract bidding opportunities. From that point, you can rely on us to identify contracts that make sense for your business. We can assist you in responding to bids and RFPs, as well. Schedule a consultation with us today.