Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise certification.
Key requirements
Small Business rules per DGS. DVBE requires at least 51% ownership and day-to-day control by disabled veterans with a service-connected disability rating of at least 10%, domiciled in California.
Availability and location
Listed by the provider. Apply through Cal eProcure (Get Certified).
The provider describes a California or nationwide program whose geographic scope includes Desert Hot Springs. Business, ownership, project and underwriting requirements still apply.
Additional terms
DVBE certification is generally issued for two years and renewed through Cal eProcure. Questions: Certification@dgs.ca.gov or (916) 375-4940.
Apply for SB or DVBE certification
Source: California Department of General Services (DGS). Key requirements reviewed November 3, 2026.
Provider eligibility requirements
Small Business rules per DGS. DVBE requires at least 51% ownership and day-to-day control by disabled veterans with a service-connected disability rating of at least 10%, domiciled in California.
Key requirements, not the complete provider checklist. Final eligibility, address and funding decisions belong to the provider.
Provider eligibility source. Requirements reviewed 2026-11-03.
Program at a glance
Qualifying small businesses and disabled-veteran-owned businesses can get state certification that gives them contracting preferences with California agencies.
Small businesses and disabled-veteran-owned businesses
State certification for contracting preferences
- Applications are online.
- Documents such as tax returns are required.
- Sign in to Cal eProcure and choose Get Certified.
- Upload the required documents.
Original program name: Small Business / Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise Certification