How do I find VOSB contracts in Florida?

VOSB contracts in Florida are posted on federal (SAM.gov) and state procurement portals. Federal set-aside contracts require VOSB certification through certify.SBA.gov. Florida state contracts may also have separate small-business preference programs — Office of Supplier Diversity certifications (Minority, Women, Veteran Business Enterprise). ProcureTap aggregates both federal and state-level opportunities and filters by set-aside indicators when the source data includes them.

Does Florida have its own equivalent of VOSB?

Florida's state-level small-business programs include: Office of Supplier Diversity certifications (Minority, Women, Veteran Business Enterprise). These state programs are separate from the federal VOSB program and have their own certification processes. Statutory reference: Chapter 287 Florida Statutes (State Procurement Process).

Where can I register as a VOSB vendor in Florida?

Federal VOSB certification is handled by the SBA at certify.SBA.gov. For Florida state contracts, additional vendor registration is required at MyFloridaMarketPlace (Vendor Bid System) (https://vendor.myfloridamarketplace.com/). Most local agencies have their own procurement platforms (Bonfire, PlanetBids, DemandStar, etc.) — one registration per platform typically covers all agencies on that platform.

VOSB Contracts in Florida

Federal VOSB set-aside contracts available in Florida plus state-level small-business preferences (Office of Supplier Diversity certifications (Minority, Women, Veteran Business Enterprise)). Below: current open opportunities, how to qualify, and where to register.

VOSB program at a glance

A small-business program for firms 51% or more owned by veterans (without the service-disabled requirement of SDVOSB). The VA's Vets First program prioritizes VOSB firms on VA contracts.

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Florida state small-business programs

In addition to federal VOSB set-asides, Florida maintains its own small-business preference programs. These state programs have separate certifications and eligibility criteria.

Office of Supplier Diversity certifications (Minority, Women, Veteran Business Enterprise)

Statutory reference: Chapter 287 Florida Statutes (State Procurement Process).

Florida counties and cities each operate independently, often via DemandStar, Bonfire, or PlanetBids.

Where to register in Florida

MyFloridaMarketPlace (Vendor Bid System) is the primary state procurement portal. Register on MyFloridaMarketPlace for access to state-issued solicitations.

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VOSB program at a glance

Florida state small-business programs

Where to register in Florida

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