Veterans First Buying Authority
- 1. Redefines priorities for contracting preferences within VA, placing SDVOSBs and VOSBs first and second, respectively, in satisfying VA’s acquisition requirements.
- 2. Allows sole source contracts over the Simplified Acquisition Procedures Threshold up to $5,000,000 (including options).
- 3. Implements restricted competition via Set-Aside Procedures for each category of SDVOSBs and VOSBs.
- 4. Allows additional credit evaluation factors for SDVOSB or VOSB status.
Register VA’s Vendor Counseling Session
The VA Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization assists small businesses marketing to VA. The first step for businesses in the Washington DC area is to attend a Vendor Counseling session. Sessions are held on the third Wednesday of each month at the OSDBU offices at 801 I St., N.W., Washington, DC in room 1208. You can register online.
Marketing your business to VA Customers
OSDBU maintains a list of VA small business contacts on their Web site.
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