The $100 filing fee to become certified as a Small, Minority, Woman, or Veteran-owned Business Enterprise (SMWVBE) was indefinitely waived as of June 1st, 2021.



Learn to apply

Applying for certifications can help your business find funding and qualify for government contracting opportunities. This video helps you learn about the online forms required to apply on the Uniform Certification Services (UCS). The UCS is the online application service for applying for State certifications, like Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE).

Important Timestamps:

• 3:03 Learn what documents will be required with the application
• 3:40 Create a Uniform Certification Service account
• 4:23 Walk through the application process
• 11:09 Check your application status