Office of Small & Disadvantaged Business Utilization
Our Mission, Functions, and Activities
The VA OSDBU mission is to enable Veterans to gain access to economic opportunity by leveraging the federal procurement system and expanding participation of procurement-ready small businesses. Learn more »
Temporary Change in Document Submission Policy for Current and New Verification Applications
During the month of September the Verification Program is undergoing a major transformation in response to feedback provided by the Veteran-Owned Small Businesses community. The modifications and enhancements will result in significant changes to our application process to improve the Veteran experience as we establish MyVA Verification.
Veterans First Contracting Program Adjustments to Reflect the Supreme Court Kingdomware Decision
The Supreme Court held that the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) set-aside law was mandatory and must be applied to all competitive contract awards, including orders on the Federal Supply Schedules. Awards must also be made to Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) verified as such by VA.
Introducing VA Business Intelligence Tool (VA BIT)
VA BIT offers opportunities to directly match supplier capabilities with customer requirements in specific Communities of Interest. This unique approach enables VOSBs to personally engage with procurement officials and commercial customers to enhance their chances of winning procurement contracts.
Notice of Anticipated 2017 Opportunities at VA OSDBU
In accordance with FAR 15.201(f), the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) is disclosing general content, agency mission needs, and future requirements for informational purposes only. OSDBU will not respond to any questions at this time. All information currently provided will be removed from this site prior to issuance of any subsequent solicitation. Please monitor Federal Business Opportunities for your chance to respond to contracting opportunities.
How to Get Verified
Get verified through the Vets First Verification Program to participate in the Veterans First Contracting Program for VA set-asides and sole-source contracts for SDVOSBs and VOSBs.
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MyVA Reverification
As part of our ongoing trial of the MyVA Verification Process, some firms were selected to participate in the MyVA Reverification process. Those firms have received communications from CVE specifically identifying selected participants.
MyVA Verification Application Transformation Trial
VA OSDBU, in conjunction with MyVA principles, is transforming programs, procedures, and policies to increase Customer Service, to enhance the Veterans' Experience, improve the Verification Process, and to become more Veteran-centric.
Resources for Doing Business
VA OSDBU, in collaboration with BusinessUSA , offers a collection of tools to help you start and grow your small business. Access the Veteran Entrepreneur Portal to find information about business plans, financing opportunities, government programs, training courses, and much more!
Acquisitions and Contracting Support
Become familiar with federal procurement policies, the management of VA small business goals, and the administration of VA contract awards supported through acquisitions.
Access to Opportunities
Access procurement events, networking opportunities, and requirement resources geared for small and Veteran businesses interested in doing business with VA.
Strategic Outreach and Communications
OSDBU offers small businesses informational tools, requirement resources, and networking opportunities necessary to do business with VA. OSDBU Strategic Outreach ensures that Veteran-owned and other small businesses have access to programs and services to increase their participation in the federal marketplace.
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