Apply for MWBE, DBE, SBE, SDVOB, and more across all 50 states — federal, state, and local agencies. ConDocs helps you prepare your application, gather required documents, and submit with confidence.
Check Your EligibilityThese states have robust, well-established certification programs with statutory or aspirational participation goals, dedicated certifying agencies, and active enforcement. ConDocs provides full application support including state-specific document checklists and agency-formatted submissions.
For businesses 51%+ owned by minorities. NYS has a nation-leading 30% MWBE participation goal. PNW cap: $15M. Administered by Empire State Development. Employee limit: 300.
For businesses 51%+ owned by women who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Part of the 30% MWBE goal. Same ESD certification process as MBE.
Federal program administered by NYSDOT UCP. 4 certifying partners: NYSDOT, MTA, Port Authority, NFTA. PNW cap: $2.047M. One certification covers all partners.
For businesses 51%+ owned by service-disabled veterans with VA-rated disability of 10%+. NYS offers contract goals and set-asides for SDVOBs.
NYC SBS program for businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. Separate from NYS MBE — city-level certification.
NYC SBS program for businesses located in and serving economically disadvantaged areas. Revenue and workforce requirements apply.
For independently owned NJ businesses with 51%+ ownership. Qualifies for NJ's 25% SBE contract set-aside program on state-funded projects.
For NJ businesses at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by minority group members. Certified through NJ's Uniform Certification Service.
For NJ businesses at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by women. Application fee waived indefinitely since June 2021.
For businesses at least 51% owned and controlled by veterans (VOB) or disabled veterans (DVOB). Must have principal place of business in New Jersey.
Race- and gender-neutral program for small, economically disadvantaged businesses. Provides select contracting opportunities on NJDOT and NJ Transit projects.
Federal DBE program administered by the NJ Unified Certification Program. Apply through NJDOT, NJ Transit, or Port Authority — certification covers all three.
For CT-based businesses with gross revenue under $15M. Connecticut requires 25% SBE set-aside on state-funded projects, with 6.25% net to MBE subcontractors.
For CT businesses at least 51% owned by minority individuals. Can apply simultaneously with DBE through the CT Unified Certification Application.
Federal DBE program administered by CTDOT. Personal net worth cap: $1.31M. One-stop certification valid statewide through the CT UCP.
For RI businesses 51%+ owned by minorities (Black, Hispanic, Portuguese, Asian American, American Indian, Native Alaskan). State requires 15% M/WBE goal — 7.5% MBE and 7.5% WBE.
For RI businesses 51%+ owned and controlled by women. Certified through the RI Division of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (DEDI).
For RI businesses 51%+ owned by veterans or service-disabled veterans (SDVBE). Certified through RI DEDI.
Federal DBE program administered by RI UCP. Certification valid for RIDOT, RIPTA (transit), and RIAC (airports) contracts statewide.
For businesses 51%+ owned by minorities. Requires mandatory 2-hour pre-certification workshop. Personal net worth cap: $1.32M. Free certification.
For businesses 51%+ owned and controlled by women. Same SDO certification process and PNW cap as MBE.
Unique to Massachusetts. For businesses 51%+ owned by persons of Portuguese origin. Reflects the large Portuguese, Cape Verdean, and Brazilian communities in MA.
Federal DBE program administered by MassDOT through the Massachusetts Unified Certification Program. PNW cap: $2.047M.
For small businesses holding third-party diversity certification (MBE, WBE, LGBTBE, DOBE). Under 100 employees and $47M revenue. Requires third-party cert first, then state verification.
Self-certification for businesses under 100 employees and $47M revenue. New Micro Business (25 employees / $1M) and Midsize Business (750 / $141M) tiers launching 2025.
Federal DBE program with 5 certifying partners: PennDOT, SEPTA, Allegheny County, PHL Airport, Pittsburgh Regional Transit.
One of the strongest MBE programs in the US with statutory goals. MDOT is single certifying agency for both state MBE and federal DBE. PNW cap: $1.77M.
For businesses 51%+ owned by veterans. Maryland has a 3% VSBE procurement goal. Free certification through eMMA portal, 3-year renewal.
Race- and gender-neutral program for small businesses of any background. Self-certification through eMMA. Size caps vary by industry (25-100 employees).
Federal DBE program administered by MDOT. One application covers both state MBE and federal DBE. MD-specific gross receipts cap: $23.98M (lower than federal).
For independently owned CA businesses under $36M revenue (or 250 employees for manufacturers). 25% SB participation goal on state contracts. 5% bid preference.
For businesses 51%+ owned by disabled veterans. 3% DVBE participation goal on state contracts. 5% bid preference. Must meet SB size standards.
For utility procurement (PG&E, SoCal Edison, etc.) through CPUC Supplier Diversity. Goals: 21.5% MBE, 5% WBE, 1.5% DVBE. Not general state procurement.
For businesses 51%+ owned by minorities. Florida uniquely includes women of any race as a qualifying minority category. PNW cap: $3.5M.
For businesses 51%+ owned by veterans (VBE) or service-disabled veterans (SDVBE). SDVBE receives 5% bid preference on state solicitations.
Through CMS Business Enterprise Program (BEP). Illinois has a statutory 30% goal (20% MBE + 10% WBE). PNW cap: $3.75M. Sheltered market program available.
Part of the 30% BEP goal (10% WBE target). CMS conducts on-site visits as part of certification — more rigorous than many states.
Unique to Illinois — certification for businesses 51%+ owned by persons with disabilities (ADA definition). 2% additional aspirational goal beyond the 30%.
Virginia's flagship program with 42% participation target — one of the highest in the nation. Includes Small ($10M), Micro ($3M), Women, Minority, SDV, and Military Family categories.
Federal DBE through VDOT. Virginia also offers Micro Business subcategory ($3M cap, 25 employees) unique among states.
NC's primary diversity certification. 10% participation goal on construction. SWUC statewide certification recognized by all state and local entities.
For NC businesses with net income under $1.5M and fewer than 100 employees. Separate from HUB certification.
Through OMWBE. PNW cap: $2.047M. Revenue cap: $31.84M. One of few states offering LGBTQBE certification.
Washington is one of very few states offering dedicated LGBTQ business certification through OMWBE.
Race/gender-neutral with 12-year participation limit. MBE/WBE certifications through COBID never expire — unique nationally.
DC agencies must spend 50% with CBEs — among the highest goals nationally. 8 subcategories including SBE, ROB, DZE, LRB, VOB, LME.
Unique to DC — for businesses in disadvantaged census tracts. Provides additional procurement advantages beyond standard CBE.
These states maintain active certification programs with varying levels of enforcement and participation goals. ConDocs supports applications with guided forms, document checklists, and submission assistance. Some programs are lighter than Tier 1 — a few are registration-based rather than full certification.
10% MBE + 5% WBE goal on contracts over $100K. Mandatory on-site inspection. Rapid cert available if already certified in another state.
6-12% price preference on state bids. Revenue cap: $31.84M. Lightest application of any state — essentially resumes + revenue figures.
Delaware offers rare IWDBE certification. Single combined application covers MBE + WBE + VOBE + SDVOBE + IWDBE + Small Business. 3-year certification.
Through IDOA Division of Supplier Diversity. Also offers IVOSB (Indiana Veteran-Owned Small Business) with 2-year certification and annual eligibility affidavit.
Kentucky's MWBE covers minority, women, disabled, LGBT, and veteran-owned businesses under one umbrella — most inclusive single cert in the US. 5% statutory goal. PNW cap: $1.32M.
Through GoDBE. Also offers SBE ($10M cap, 99 employees) and SDVBE (20%+ disability). Note: MBE management shifted to NMSDC as of August 2025.
5% MBE + 1% DVB (Disabled Veteran Business) purchasing goals. MBE certification is free; WBE has a $150 application fee. 5% bid preference available.
Single unified cert covering women, minorities, veterans, and disabled owners. Revenue cap: $4M. 48-hour advance bid notification access. Loans available through IEDA.
6-12% price preference on bids — concrete advantage rather than aspirational goal. Revenue cap: $31.84M. Lightest application requirements of any state.
10% minority + 5% women participation goal (proposed increase to 20%). PNW cap: $750K for certification. 3 separate notarized affidavits required — heaviest application.
Through ADECA Office of Minority Business Enterprise. 2-year certification. Unique requirement: photographs of business facility. Must have operated 2+ years.
Not traditional MBE/WBE — a small business program. 10% RFP evaluation point bonus. Revenue cap: $5M (non-construction), $10M (construction). 2-day turnaround. No MBE/WBE at state level.
10% bid preference for Certified Business (firms employing 10%+ disabled workers). 3% DVOB goal (30%+ service-connected disability required). MBE/WBE through Dept of Commerce.
State MBE/WBE through Dept of Commerce, separate from ODOT DBE. Tulsa has additional municipal SBE program for preferred vendor list.
Free certification through AEDC. 2-year certification with recertification via affidavit. Processing: 30-45 business days. Includes training and networking events.
10% statutory MBE goal (currently in flux due to governor's executive order). PNW cap: $1.32M. 5-year certification. Mandatory on-site interview and site visit.
The only remaining state certification in Texas after the HUB program was eliminated December 2025. MBE/WBE categories removed. For service-disabled veterans only. City programs (Houston, Dallas, Austin) still active. Federal DBE through TxDOT unaffected.
Integrated into standard vendor registration — not a separate application. Self-certification via WV-1 form. $125 annual vendor registration fee. 2-year recertification.
For businesses 51%+ owned by minorities. Ohio has a 15% sheltered-bid set-aside for state agencies. Owner must hold highest officer position. 2-year certification.
For businesses 51%+ owned and controlled by women. Included within the 15% set-aside target. Ohio has reciprocity with some other states.
Unique to Ohio — state-level alternative to federal 8(a). For socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. Entry PNW cap: $250K, participation cap: $750K. AGI under $350K.
Multiple paths: 51% veteran-owned, OR 51% veteran board, OR 10%+ veteran employees. Receives a 5% price preference on state bids.
For businesses 51%+ owned by minorities. Simplified under HB 128 (2024) — no longer requires federal DBE first. 10% tax credit for contractors using MBE subs on state construction.
For businesses 51%+ owned by women. Formalized January 2024 under HB 128. Applied through Team Georgia Marketplace. No application fee.
Tier 1: 10 employees / $1M. Tier 2: 100 / $10M. Tier 3: 300 / $30M. Allows micro-businesses to compete separately from mid-size firms.
For businesses 51%+ owned by veterans of any branch. No application fee. Applied through Team Georgia Marketplace.
The federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program uses an identical application nationwide. These states have no significant state-level diversity certification beyond the federal DBE — but that's all you need for federally funded transportation and infrastructure projects. ConDocs handles the full DBE application for any state.
Federal DBE through VTrans. Self-cert M/WBE registry available through BGS but not a full certification program.
Federal DBE through MaineDOT. No state-level diversity certification exists — DBE is the only program.
No state-level MBE/WBE programs. Colorado recognizes NMSDC/WBENC only. Nebraska's NSBAA was defunded. Neither Dakota has a state program.
No state-level diversity certifications. Wyoming uses 100% race/gender-neutral goals. Montana offers a parallel SBE (race-neutral) alongside DBE.
No state-level diversity certs. Alaska has special Alaska Native Corporation provisions. Hawaii offers a 10-15% local product preference. NH has no state programs at all.
The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program is a federal program administered by state DOTs through Unified Certification Programs. The application, eligibility, and required documents are identical nationwide. ConDocs supports DBE applications in all 50 states.
Fill out our guided form with your business and ownership details. We walk you through exactly what each agency requires.
Upload supporting documents like articles of incorporation, tax returns, photo ID, and proof of ownership.
Our team reviews your submission, identifies any gaps, and prepares your complete application package for the certifying agency.
Submit your prepared package to the appropriate agency portal. We guide you through each step and track your application status.
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