HUBZone (HUBZone)
Historically Underutilized Business Zone certification for small businesses located in designated economically distressed areas.
How HUBZone works in supplier diversity
HUBZone certification is an SBA program that helps small businesses in urban and rural communities gain preferential access to federal contracting opportunities. To qualify, a business must be small, owned by U.S. citizens, have its principal office in a HUBZone, and have at least 35% of its employees living in a HUBZone.
Real-world example
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