Question 1

Does a joint venture need its own SDVOSB certification?

Accepted Answer

No. The JV itself does not need to be SDVOSB-certified — it qualifies as SDVOSB because its managing venturer is an SDVOSB. The JV must be registered in SAM.gov with its own UEI, but the certification is inherited from the SDVOSB managing venturer. The managing venturer must be VetCert-certified at the time of offer and at time of award.

Question 2

Can an SDVOSB form a joint venture to pursue set-aside contracts?

Accepted Answer

Yes. SDVOSBs can form joint ventures (JVs) to pursue set-aside contracts. The JV must be controlled by the SDVOSB member — meaning the SDVOSB must be the managing venturer and must perform at least 40% of the work. The SDVOSB must also be responsible for managing the JV on a day-to-day basis. The JV agreement must be in writing and meet SBA regulatory requirements.

Question 3

What are the requirements for the SDVOSB managing venturer?

Accepted Answer

The SDVOSB managing venturer must: control the JV's management and daily operations, provide the project manager (who must be an employee of the SDVOSB, not the large business partner), make final decisions on personnel matters and contract performance, and maintain financial control including signing checks. The managing venturer cannot be a large business — only an SDVOSB can serve in this role for an SDVOSB set-aside JV.

Question 4

What is SBA's VetCert program?

Accepted Answer

SBA's VetCert (Veteran Small Business Certification) program is the official federal certification for SDVOSBs and VOSBs. As of January 1, 2023, SBA assumed responsibility for SDVOSB certification from the VA's Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE). VetCert certification is required to compete for SDVOSB set-aside contracts across all federal agencies, including the VA. Certifications are valid for three years.

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