1. Veterans Federal Procurement Opportunities
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2. JAX/Norfolk
Purpose
To inform you that veteran-owned small businesses enjoy an advantage when competing for federal government contracts

3. Details
1. The Rule of Two
Competition for federal contracts should be limited to veteran-owned small businesses when the contracting officer concludes that:
At least two such businesses will bid on the contract, and
The award can be made at a fair and reasonable price that offers best value to the United States.

4. Details
2. Government contracts may be awarded to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses through a sole-source award or a set-aside award based on competition restricted to these firms.

5. Details
3. Before award of a contract the veteran- owned company must be registered in the System for Award Management at

6. Resources • https://www.va.gov/osdbu/
• To find the competitive procurement announcements visit:
• SBA district offices:
• Subcontracting Opportunities Directory: •

7. Questions?