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Self-Certification

Declaring small business status without third-party verification.

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Self-Certification Declaring small business status without third-party verification.

Definition

Self-certification is the process of declaring your business's small business status in SAM.gov without requiring SBA verification. Most small business certifications are self-certified, meaning you attest to meeting size standards. However, programs like 8(a), HUBZone, and WOSB require SBA verification.

Related Terms

  • Reps and Certs

    Representations and Certifications - legal statements about business status.

  • SBA Verification

    Official SBA review and approval of certain small business certifications.

  • Size Standard

    SBA threshold for qualifying as small business in an industry.

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