Fast Track: Get Your Business Certified with the State / Como Obtener la Certificación con el Estado

Attend this free in-person workshop to get Small Business (SB) or DVBE certified. Receive step-by-step instructions for the certification application. Get help uploading documents and completing the application process.

 

Friday, October 16

2 – 4 p.m.

1625 E Shaw Ave Suite 106, Fresno, CA 93710

 

First, you will register your business on caleprocure.ca.gov. Then you will apply for a business certification:

• Small Business (SB) certification
• Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification

 

Have digital copies of the necessary items listed below. 

• General documents:
  • EIN verification letter (if applicable)
  • Federal tax returns for the last three years (or for the period your business has been operational)
    • For a sole proprietorship, personal tax returns for up to three years.
  • DE 9C records for the last four quarters (if you have W2 employees).
  • Applicable licenses (e.g., Business License, CSLB License, Resellers Permit)
  • Award of Entitlement, eBenefits Service/Benefit Verification, or Retired/Retainer letter (DVBE only)
• Legal entity documents:
  • Small Business Document Requirements
  • DVBE Document Requirements

 

Hosted by the Central Valley Women’s Entrepreneur Center.