1. Veterans federal procurement opportunities
Element 28
Pg. 161

2. Topic Learning Objectives
Discuss terms used in Federal Procurement
Discuss the requirements to be eligible for the program
Discuss the Federal Government’s responsibilities
Learn where you can get local help

3. Common Terms
VOSB
Vs.
SDVOSB

4. The “Rule of Two” General: At least two reasonable offers will be made
Contract can be awarded at ‘fair market price’

5. The “Rule of Two”
Per 38 USCA § 8127, contract bids shall be restricted to VOSBs when:
At least two VOSB/SDVOSB will submit offers
Offers will be made at fair and reasonable market price

6. Business Requirements
To be considered an SDVOSB:
Business must be ‘small’ according to the SBA
A veteran must own 51% of the business
The owning veteran must have a service related disability
The veteran must control management/daily operation
The veteran must hold the highest officer position (CEO)

7. Federal Government's Responsibilities
The Federal Government MUST award a total of 3% of all contracts to a SDVOSB
Must ensure that SDVOSB contracts cannot exceed:
$5 million for manufacturing requirements
$3 million for all other requirements

8. Federal Business Opportunities

9. Resources
University of Central Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center in Cocoa, FL
(321)
Space Coast SCORE in Melbourne, FL
(321)
Patrick AFB Airman & Family Readiness at Patrick AFB, FL
(321)