Can an SDVOSB also be certified as a WOSB?
Yes. A Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) can simultaneously qualify as an SDVOSB if a service-disabled veteran woman owns and controls the firm. Both certifications require SBA approval — WOSB certification is also handled through certify.sba.gov. Dual-certified firms can choose which set-aside program to bid under for each opportunity, maximizing their procurement opportunities across both veteran and woman-owned preferences.
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