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Win government contracts. Federal, state, and corporate set-asides.

Government contracting at scale requires the right certifications: SAM.gov to receive any federal contract, GSA Schedule for the largest federal vehicle, plus set-aside certifications (8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, VOSB, SDVOSB, MBE, DBE) for reserved contract pools. Most businesses qualify for multiple. We handle the applications end-to-end and the annual renewals that most contractors forget.

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Why File.Business for government contracting

End-to-end government contracting support. Carefully.

SAM.gov first

SAM.gov registration is the prerequisite for every federal contract and grant. We submit, track for approval, and manage annual renewals. Lapsed SAM.gov = no contracts.

Multiple certifications

Most disadvantaged business owners qualify for multiple set-asides. WOSB plus 8(a). HUBZone plus DBE. We coordinate parallel applications at a bundle discount.

Annual renewals tracked

Every set-aside certification requires recertification annually or every 3 years. We track and refile before expiration. Lapsed certification removes you from set-aside competition.

NAICS code optimization

NAICS codes determine which contracts you can bid. We pick primary plus 5-15 secondaries optimized for your services.

Bid support

Federal contracting suite includes opportunity monitoring: we watch SAM.gov for relevant solicitations and notify you with a 5-day lead so you have time to prepare a proposal.

Federal team experience

Our certification specialists are former SBA reviewers and federal contracting officers. We know what reviewers look for and how to write applications that get approved the first time.

FAQ

About Government Contracting.

What is the first step in government contracting?
SAM.gov registration. It is the prerequisite for every federal contract and grant. Without active SAM.gov, you cannot receive a federal contract regardless of any other certifications you hold.
Can I hold multiple set-aside certifications?
Yes. Many disadvantaged business owners qualify for multiple. Common stacks: WOSB + 8(a) (women business owners), HUBZone + WOSB (women business owners in HUBZones), VOSB/SDVOSB + 8(a) (disabled veteran business owners). Each opens different contract pools.
How long do certifications take?
Varies by program. SAM.gov: 2-4 weeks. WOSB and VOSB: 30-90 days. HUBZone: 90 days. 8(a): 3-6 months. MBE: 60-120 days. DBE: 90-180 days. GSA Schedule: 6-9 months.
What is the difference between federal and state set-asides?
Federal set-asides (8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, VOSB, SDVOSB) are administered by SBA and used by federal agencies. State set-asides (MBE for state contracts, state-level WBE, state-level VBE) are administered by state minority business agencies. Different applications, different uses.
What is GSA Schedule vs. set-aside?
GSA Schedule is a 5-year federal contract vehicle (Multiple Award Schedule, or MAS) you hold individually; once on it, you can sell to any federal agency at the rates in your contract. Set-asides are contract pools reserved for specific certified groups. GSA Schedule and set-asides are complementary, not alternatives.
Do I need an attorney to get certified?
Generally no. SBA certifications are application-based; the certifying agency reviews ownership and eligibility documentation. Our service handles the application end-to-end. Attorney is helpful for complex ownership structures (multi-class equity, trusts, family ownership) where ownership-control rules become tricky.
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