For Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), federal procurement offers some of the most accessible—and mission-aligned—opportunities in government. Below are the five agencies that consistently lead the way on veteran-focused awards and set-asides: the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the General Services Administration (GSA).
The VA stands as the primary hub for veteran-owned small business contracting. Through its Vets First Contracting Program, the VA elevates VOSB and SDVOSB firms by setting aside and awarding sole-source contracts, particularly across medical supplies, information technology, construction, facility management, and professional services. For verified firms offering healthcare, logistics, or facility solutions, the VA frequently provides the most streamlined path to government contract awards.
The Department of Defense (DoD) represents the federal government's largest procurement entity, guided by a robust small business engagement framework led by the Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) within each Service branch and defense agency. For SDVOSBs, the DoD presents sustained demand in fields such as cybersecurity, IT modernization, logistics, engineering, construction, and manufacturing—supporting both base operations and mission-critical systems.
DHS actively encourages small business involvement to advance its missions in border protection, disaster recovery, cybersecurity, and federal law enforcement. Key components—including FEMA, CBP, TSA, and CISA—regularly issue set-aside opportunities ideally matched to the agility and specialized capabilities of VOSB and SDVOSB contractors.
As the federal government’s primary center for health research and public health initiatives, HHS—including agencies such as the CDC, NIH, and FDA—procures a broad spectrum of biomedical research services, public health IT solutions, advanced data analytics, laboratory equipment and supplies, and specialized professional services.
The GSA is more than a purchasing authority—it’s the central gateway for procurement across the federal landscape. Earning placement on GSA Schedules or major GWACs (especially for IT and professional services) opens agency-wide access, facilitating opportunities with the VA, DoD, DHS, HHS, and beyond.
FEDCON accelerates every phase of the VOSB and SDVOSB certification journey for veteran entrepreneurs. Our Shipley-certified advisors guide you through SBA and VA documentation requirements, ensure precise SAM.gov profile alignment, and address the regulatory nuances that define federal readiness—all with a process built around efficiency, data security, and industry compliance. We’re deeply familiar with the operational challenges veteran-owned businesses face, and we go beyond box-checking certification: FEDCON positions you strategically for market differentiation and sustainable contract wins.
Once your certification is secured, our engagement continues—delivering actionable insights on agency procurement trends, customized capture plans, and bid/no-bid analysis grounded in federal opportunity data. From VA supply chains to GSA Schedules and DoD task orders, we provide expert proposal development, risk mitigation, and compliance support, empowering veteran-owned firms to compete—and succeed—across the federal marketplace.