Glossary

Certification for small businesses that meet the criteria of size and revenue, allowing them to participate in the local public dollars phase of The Banks development in Cincinnati, OH.

A designation for small businesses operating within the city of Cleveland, aimed at fostering local economic growth and supporting small enterprises.

A certification for new or small businesses that are in the early stages of growth, providing them with opportunities to compete in the marketplace.

A certification for small businesses that are emerging in their industries, providing them with support and opportunities to grow and compete.

A certification for small businesses that are emerging in their industries, providing them with support and opportunities to grow and compete.

A business that is at least 51% owned and operated by veterans, certified by the state of Indiana, with eligibility for veteran-specific small business programs.

A designation for very small businesses, typically with limited employees and revenue, that participate in programs providing tailored opportunities or incentives for businesses of their size.

A business with this certification participates in a program that assists Small/Micro Business Enterprises (SBEs/MBEs) in their pursuit of contracting opportunities with a local government or municipality.

A business at least 51% owned and controlled by an economically disadvantaged individual who manages its day-to-day operations. This certification provides support for participation in public works contracting.

A business that meets the size standards defined by the Small Business Administration (SBA), often receiving support and preferences in contracting. This is not a certification, but an indication that they are a small business according to their NAICS codes.

A broad category that includes businesses that meet the small size standards set by government agencies, usually based on revenue and number of employees, for specific contracting programs.

A business that meets the criteria for small business status, providing them with access to various resources and contracting opportunities.

A small business that operates concessions, often within public facilities like airports and stadiums.

Provisions and programs designed to support and promote small businesses.

A program designed to facilitate purchasing from small businesses, promoting their inclusion in procurement processes.

A small business providing professional services, which can include consulting, legal, architectural, and engineering services.

A small business that is at least 51% owned, controlled, and operated by veterans, promoting their participation in the economy and access to contracting opportunities.

A small business, often minority- or disadvantaged-owned, participating in a program that helps overcome barriers to starting or growing the business.

A small business that is at least 51% owned, controlled, and operated by veterans, providing them with access to federal contracting opportunities.

A business that meets the criteria for very small business status, often receiving support and resources to help them grow.

A business that is at least 51% owned and controlled by women, qualifying for SBA’s Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certification and related federal contracting programs. This is a self-certification through the SBA.

A joint venture where at least one partner is a certified Women-Owned Small Business, allowing the partnership to compete for contracts set aside for women-owned businesses. This is a self-certification through the SBA.