How will the application pause during the upgrade period affect the NDAA 2024 mandate?

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2024 requires self-certified SDVOSB and VOSB firms to be VetCert-qualified by December 22, 2024 to be eligible for Federal goaling and/or subcontracting credit.

  • Self-certified firms that apply through the SBA before December 22, 2024 can receive credit for federal goaling or subcontracting credit until SBA makes a final determination.

SBA’s certification upgrade period should not limit SDVOSB and VOSB firms from claiming federal goaling or subcontracting credit.

  • SDVOSB or VOSB must have submitted an application before December 22, 2024 to claim this credit.

If you have any questions, please contact us at 800-862-8088 (M – F, 8 AM – 6 PM ET) or vetcert@sba.gov