The Federal and State Government Contracting and Certifications Programs is a business development resource instituted by the University of Mary Washington Center for Economic Development and the Stafford County Economic Development Authority.

This program is designed for entrepreneurs who are seeking resources in expanding their business through government contracting and learning the necessary certifications that can support expansion.  

During this program you will hear the following topics:

Overview of Government Certifications for Contractors

o   Veterans.Certify.sba.gov

o   WOSB.Certify.sba.gov

o   Certify.sba.gov (8a)

System for Award Management

o   Benefits of registering as a government contractor

o   Preparing to register

o   Assistance available from Virginia PTAC

Selling to the Commonwealth of Virginia

o   Registering in eVA.virginia.gov

o   Benefits of being SWaM-certified

o   Assistance available from Virginia Small Business and Supplier Diversity (VSBSD)