Can I pursue this in parallel with 8(a)?
Yes — many EDWOSB-eligible owners also qualify for 8(a).
SBA — Certify.SBA.gov · Women business owners meeting EDWOSB economic limits
EDWOSB — Economically Disadvantaged WOSB
WOSB with economic-disadvantage criteria — unlocks sole-source set-asides in addition to standard WOSB.
Who qualifies
- Qualifies for WOSB
- Personal net worth under SBA threshold
- Adjusted gross income within SBA limits
- Total assets within SBA limits
Why this certification matters
EDWOSB makes you eligible for sole-source contracts (no competition) up to specific thresholds — significantly faster awards than competed work.
Documents you’ll need
- Everything required for WOSB
- SBA Form 413 (Personal Financial Statement)
- Personal tax returns (3 years)
Process
Eligibility
Verify economic-disadvantage caps fit your situation.
Application
Combined EDWOSB/WOSB application at certify.SBA.gov.
Review
SBA reviews economic and ownership criteria.
Certification
Receive EDWOSB designation.
How VetBiz helps
- Economic-disadvantage screening
- Form 413 preparation
- Application review
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