Question 1

What are common grounds for an SDVOSB protest?

Accepted Answer

Common grounds for SDVOSB status protests include: the veteran does not have a documented service-connected disability, the business is not 51% owned by a service-disabled veteran, a non-veteran controls day-to-day operations, the veteran does not hold the highest officer position, or negative control provisions give non-veterans undue power. Size protests allege the firm exceeds the applicable size standard or has undisclosed affiliates.

Question 2

What is an SDVOSB status protest?

Accepted Answer

An SDVOSB status protest challenges whether the apparent awardee actually meets the eligibility requirements for SDVOSB status — i.e., whether the firm is genuinely owned and controlled by a service-disabled veteran. Status protests are distinct from size protests. They are filed with SBA's Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA) and must be filed within five business days of notification of the award.

Question 3

What is a size protest and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

A size protest challenges whether the apparent awardee qualifies as a small business under the applicable size standard. Any interested party (usually a competing offeror) can file a size protest with the contracting officer within five business days of notification of the apparent award. The CO forwards the protest to the SBA Area Office, which investigates and issues a determination. If the firm is found to be other-than-small, it loses the award.

Question 4

How does SBA review SDVOSB eligibility?

Accepted Answer

SBA reviews SDVOSB eligibility through its VetCert certification process, which includes examination of ownership documents, operating agreements, tax returns, military service records, and VA disability rating letters. SBA may also conduct site visits or request additional documentation. After certification, SBA can conduct program examinations at any time. Protests from competitors can also trigger eligibility review.

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