TIKC handles the full certification application process for small, minority, women, veteran, and disadvantaged businesses — from eligibility check to approved certificate. With our 90-day turnaround guarantee, you'll be competing for set-aside contracts before your competition even starts the paperwork.
The federal government sets aside billions of dollars in contracts every year exclusively for certified small, minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and disadvantaged businesses. If you're not certified, you're leaving that money on the table — and handing it to someone else. The problem isn't eligibility. Most businesses that come to us are already eligible. The problem is the paperwork, the portals, and the process. That's exactly what TIKC eliminates.
Qualify for the billions in federal contracts reserved for small businesses under SBA size standards.
Women-Owned Small Business and Economically Disadvantaged WOSB certifications — access contracts reserved exclusively for women-led businesses.
Service-Disabled and Veteran-Owned Small Business certifications — unlock VA and other agency set-aside contracts reserved for those who served.
Operating in a Historically Underutilized Business Zone? Get certified and gain competitive advantages on federal bids.
The SBA's most powerful small business program — 9 years of set-aside eligibility, sole-source awards, and business development support.
Minority Business Enterprise certification opens doors with federal agencies, state governments, and corporate supplier diversity programs.
Specialized certification pathways for Tribal, Alaska Native Corporation, and Native Hawaiian Organization businesses.
Certification for businesses owned and operated by individuals with disabilities — recognized by federal agencies and corporate supplier programs.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise certification for transportation and infrastructure projects, plus corporate supplier diversity program registration.
Complete our eligibility questionnaire (5 minutes online)
Our team reviews your eligibility and identifies all certifications you qualify for
We send you a secure document checklist — you upload what we need
Our specialists prepare and submit every application on your behalf
We track the application, respond to agency questions, and notify you upon approval
90-day turnaround target from document receipt to submission. Satisfaction guaranteed.
Answer six quick questions and we’ll point you to the certifications your business is likely eligible for — and the exact next step for each. No email required, no wrong answers.
and we’ll walk your eligibility together
Certification Eligibility Worksheet
and we’ll walk your eligibility together
Answer 7 quick questions and our team will identify every certification your business is eligible for — and contact you with a personalized recommendation within one business day.
Most certifications take 60–180 days depending on the agency and certification type. TIKC targets a 90-day turnaround from the date we receive your completed documentation.
Yes — and we recommend it. Many businesses qualify for 2–4 certifications simultaneously. TIKC manages all applications in parallel to save you time.
8(a) is the SBA's business development program for socially and economically disadvantaged business owners. HUBZone is location-based — your principal office must be in a designated Historically Underutilized Business Zone. Many businesses qualify for both.
Most programs require an active legal business entity (LLC, corporation, or sole proprietor with a registered DBA). TIKC can advise on the right structure before you apply.
Certification is the starting line, not the finish line. TIKC's GovCon iSource service helps you identify and pursue set-aside opportunities now that you're eligible to compete.
