Small and Veteran-Owned Businesses – The County Wants You!
If you own a small business or you’re a veteran who owns a business and you want a contract with the County of San Diego, you’ll have an edge thanks to a change in Board of Supervisors policy.
The Board voted Tuesday to allow competitive procurements of up to $100,000 to be set aside exclusively for certified small and veteran-owned businesses.
The County currently has two programs for disabled veteran-owned businesses. This new policy change creates a program for the two additional types of businesses.
The idea is to promote broader veteran participation in County contracts in recognition of their sacrifices in serving our country, as well as boost small business.
The policy change means these businesses will have a greater likelihood of success when it comes to competing for a set-aside contract. It may also prompt more businesses to get their certifications from the State of California and/or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
The County’s Department of Purchasing and Contracting will put the new program into effect later next year.