SBE Certification in New York
Complete guide to getting Small Business Enterprise certified in New York — requirements, documents, costs, and step-by-step application process.
What is SBE Certification?
For small businesses meeting SBA size standards.
Eligibility Requirements
Must meet SBA size standards for your industry (based on employees or revenue).
How to Apply for SBE in New York
- **Step 1: Get Your UEI**
- SAM.gov will assign you a Unique Entity ID when you register.
- **Step 2: Register in SAM.gov**
- Complete your SAM.gov registration (required for all federal contracting).
- **Step 3: Self-Certify Size**
- In SAM.gov, self-certify your small business status under your NAICS codes.
- **Step 4: Maintain Registration**
- SAM.gov registration must be renewed annually.
- **No Application Fee**
- SAM.gov registration is completely free.
Corporate Programs Accepting SBE
These companies have supplier diversity programs that accept SBE certification:
Boeing
Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and a leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners, defense systems, and space technology. Their Supplier Diversity program has been …
View program details →Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is the world's largest defense contractor with over $65 billion in annual revenue, primarily from U.S. government contracts. Their Supplier Diversity program actively …
View program details →McKesson
McKesson is a Fortune 8 healthcare company providing pharmaceuticals and medical supplies distribution, healthcare IT, and care management. They serve government healthcare programs including VA …
View program details →Microsoft Corporation
Microsoft believes diversity drives innovation. Our supplier diversity program ensures certified diverse businesses have equitable access to procurement opportunities.
View program details →AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm with significant government contracts in transportation, facilities, environmental, and construction management. Their supplier diversity program is recognized as …
View program details →BAE Systems
BAE Systems is a British multinational defense company with significant U.S. operations. Their U.S. subsidiary is a major defense contractor serving all military branches and …
View program details →Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen Hamilton is a leading management and technology consulting firm serving government clients, particularly in defense and intelligence. With over $9 billion in revenue, …
View program details →CACI International
CACI International provides expertise and technology to government customers in intelligence, defense, and federal civilian markets. With over $6 billion in revenue primarily from government …
View program details →Cardinal Health
Cardinal Health is a Fortune 15 healthcare services company distributing pharmaceuticals and medical products. They serve government healthcare facilities and maintain a strong supplier diversity …
View program details →Chevron Corporation
Chevron values supplier diversity as essential to our business success. We seek partnerships with certified diverse businesses across our operations.
View program details →Fluor Corporation
Fluor is one of the world's largest engineering, procurement, and construction companies with major government contracts in energy, infrastructure, and defense sectors. Their supplier diversity …
View program details →General Dynamics
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company with business segments including Aerospace (Gulfstream), Combat Systems, Information Technology, and Marine Systems (submarines and ships). …
View program details →Huntington Ingalls Industries
Huntington Ingalls Industries is America's largest military shipbuilder, constructing nuclear aircraft carriers and submarines. As a major Navy contractor, they maintain active small and diverse …
View program details →IBM
IBM has been a pioneer in supplier diversity since 1968. We believe diverse suppliers drive innovation and strengthen our business.
View program details →Jacobs
Jacobs is a global leader in engineering, technical, and construction services with significant government contracts in infrastructure, environmental, and defense sectors. Their supplier diversity program …
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