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2 of 172 terms matching "EDWOSB"
Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business
A WOSB whose owners also meet economic disadvantage criteria, eligible for a narrower set of set-asides.
When you see it
On EDWOSB-specific set-asides.
Do you need it
Only if you meet both the ownership and the economic criteria.
Where it comes from
SBA certification.
Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business
A WOSB whose owners also meet economic disadvantage criteria, eligible for a narrower set of set-asides.
When you see it
On EDWOSB-specific set-asides.
Do you need it
Only if you meet both the ownership and the economic criteria.
Where it comes from
SBA certification.
Women-Owned Small Business
A federal contracting program for small businesses at least 51 percent owned and controlled by women, with a subset for economically disadvantaged owners (EDWOSB).
When you see it
On WOSB and EDWOSB set-asides in eligible NAICS codes.
Do you need it
Certification through SBA is required to receive set-aside awards under the program.
Where it comes from
SBA certification (or an approved third-party certifier).
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