Get certified as a Minority Business Enterprise. Corporate supplier diversity + state contracts.
MBE (Minority Business Enterprise) certification opens access to Fortune 500 supplier diversity programs (most large corporations have annual MBE spending targets) and state and local government contracts that have MBE set-asides. Certification varies by certifying body: NMSDC (national, corporate-focused), state and local minority business agencies (varies by jurisdiction), and individual corporate certification programs. We handle the right certifications for your customers.
How we handle MBE Certification, end-to-end.
MBE (Minority Business Enterprise) certification opens access to Fortune 500 supplier diversity programs (most large corporations have annual MBE spending targets) and state and local government contracts that have MBE set-asides.
Cert body selection
We identify which certifications match your customers: NMSDC for Fortune 500 supplier diversity programs, state and local minority business agencies for state contracts, individual corporate programs for specific buyers.
Ownership and control documentation
51%+ unconditional ownership by US minority citizens (Black, Hispanic, Asian Pacific, Subcontinent Asian, Native American). Plus control of day-to-day operations. Same standards across most cert bodies.
Site visit + interview
Most cert bodies require an on-site visit or video interview to confirm the business is operating, the owner controls it, and supporting documents are accurate. We prep you for the visit.
Submission + tracking
Application submitted to each cert body. NMSDC and state programs each have their own review timeline (60-120 days). We track all applications and respond to examiner questions.
A clean handoff, in four steps.
You give us the basics. We handle the state, the IRS, and the compliance clock so you can focus on the business.
A name that's actually available.
Real-time check against the state register, USPTO trademark database, and matching domains.
Filed with the Secretary of State.
We submit your Articles, pay the state fee on your behalf, and return the stamped certificate.
EIN + the right tax setup.
Federal Employer ID with the IRS, plus state tax accounts when your business needs them.
Registered Agent + deadline tracking.
Your agent on file in every state, with every renewal and annual report tracked in one calendar.
Transparent mbe certification pricing.
Government fees pass through at cost. No upsells.
Single certification
One certification through NMSDC or one state minority business agency. Includes site-visit prep and examiner Q&A. Annual recertification at $399.
Get startedNMSDC + state bundle
NMSDC plus one state-level certification (your headquarters state typically). Most common combination for businesses targeting both corporate and state contracts.
Get startedMulti-state + NMSDC
NMSDC plus up to 3 state minority business certifications. Common for businesses operating across multiple states or pursuing multi-state government contracts.
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Recommended add-ons
Most customers add these to keep their business compliant year-round.
Registered Agent
Most orderedRequired for every registered business entity in every state.
Compliance Monitoring
Best valueTrack every annual report, registered agent renewal, and license deadline.
Annual Report Filing
RecommendedAuto-file your state annual report. Never miss a deadline.
Premium compliance, no service-fee markup.
Trust you can verify
SOC 2 Type II audited platform. 220,000+ businesses served. 60-day money-back on service fees. State fees passed through at cost with no hidden markup. Explicit AUP on restricted industries.
A compliance partner, not a transaction
Most providers go quiet after checkout. We auto-track every annual report, registered agent renewal, and license deadline across your entities. The Business OS dashboard keeps your compliance score visible year-round.
Premium experience competitors cannot match
Premium positioning, transparent pricing, no service-fee markup on state or federal filings. Premium positioning, transparent pricing, no service-fee markup on state filings.