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We help businesses navigate local and federal certification programs so they can compete in public procurement.

WHY CERTIFICATION MATTERS

Without certification, you may be:

  • Invisible to procurement teams
  • Missing out on goal-driven contracts
  • Overlooked for subcontracting opportunities

With certification, you gain:

  • Access to supplier diversity programs
  • Increased credibility with agencies
  • Eligibility for set-aside and tracked contracts
  • Visibility in vendor databases used by buyers
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Latest Policy Update - Certification Notice Delivery

Effective January 1, 2026 – Policy Amendment – Procedures for Certification Denials and Appeals

Latest Policy Update - Reapplication Waiting Period Adjustment

Effective February 9, 2026 – Policy Amendment – Reapplication Waiting Period Adjustment

Latest Policy Update - Extension of Personal Net Worth (PNW) Requirement to New Local Certifications

Effective February 9, 2026 – Policy Amendment – Extension of Personal Net Worth (PNW) Requirement to New Local Certifications

Latest Policy Update - Update to Certification Policy

Effective April 15, 2025 – Policy Amendment – Update to Certification Policy

Local Certifications (San Antonio Area)

SMWVBE Programs (via South Central Texas Regional Certification Agency)

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Help Businesses Apply for:

  • Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
  • Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
  • Women Business Enterprise (WBE)
  • Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE)
  • Emerging Small Business Enterprise (ESBE)
  • Disadvantaged Individual Business Enterprise (DIBE)
  • Hispanic American Business Enterprise (HABE)
  • Native American Business Enterprise (NABE) 
  • Asian Business Enterprise (ABE)
  • African American Business Enterprise (AABE)

Best for:

Businesses that want to:

  • Compete for local government and utility contracts
  • Increase visibility with local buyers and procurement teams
  • Access certification-based contracting opportunities
  • Participate in supplier diversity programs
  • Grow relationships with agencies such as the City of San Antonio, Bexar County, CPS Energy, SAWS, VIA, and other local partners

What to Expect:

  • Online application submission
  • Business ownership and control review
  • Financial and business documentation requirements
  • Personal Net Worth (PNW) review (for applicable certifications)
  •  Review and approval process

Local jurisdiction counties include Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Caldwell, Comal, Frio, Goliad, Guadalupe. Hays, Kernes, Kendall, Kerr, McMullen, Medina, Uvalde, and Wilson.

Federal Certifications

DBE / ACDBE Programs (via Texas Department of Transportation)

DBE ENTERPRISE FORM

Support Application for:

  • Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
  • Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE)

Best for:

  • Transportation contracts
  • Airport concessions
  • Federally funded projects

What to Expect:

  • More detailed eligibility review
  • Personal Net Worth (PNW) thresholds
  • Federal compliance requirements

Find Your Certification

Targeting local San Antonio agencies? Look into SMWVBE. For federal or transportation contracts, explore DBE or ACDBE. Not sure where to start? Schedule a consultation and we’ll guide you.

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FAQ & Resources

Do I need to be certified to get contracts?

No – But many agencies have goals and programs that prioritize certified vendors.

Between 14 to 30 days for local SMWVBE applications if all documentation is submitted and complete.

No. Approval depends on:

  • Ownership and control
  • Financial eligibility. A PNW statement is reviewed for both Local SMWVBE & DBE/ACDBE. Current cap is 2.047 million.
  • Complete and accurate documentation
  • The Business size standards are reviewed. These are classified in the North American Industry Classification System. 

Yes – and in many cases, it’s strategic to do so.

Book a call with us to understand how you can get qualified.

Does it cost money to get certified?

 SMWVBE certifications are free to the firms located in our 16 counties: Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Caldwell, Comal, Frio, Goliad, Guadalupe, Hays, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, McMullen, Medina, Uvalde, and Wilson. Out of Jurisdiction firms will pay a one time fee of $350, then $150 when renewing after the initial four years. There is no fee for the DBE/ACDBE Certifications.

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