VETERAN ENTREPRENEUR PORTAL
The Veteran Entrepreneur Portal (VEP) is designed to save you time with direct access to the resources necessary to guide every step of entrepreneurship.
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Veteran Entrepreneur Portal
Overview
VEP makes it easier for small businesses to access federal services, regardless of its source—and quickly connects Veteran entrepreneurs to relevant ‘best-practices’ and information.
Start a Business
This interactive tool connects you to the right resources specific to your small business objective. Navigate through relevant topics to access information on starting a business.
Access Financing
Identify financing resources to support the start-up, development, or growth of your small business.
Grow Your Business
Find out how to successfully expand your small business. Explore dedicated subjects with valuable information and resources to help you grow your company.
Find Opportunities
Become familiar with Federal government contracting programs. Find Federal opportunities that align with your small business.
Resources for Veterans
Access programs and services geared toward the Veteran small business community.
How to do Business with Federal Agencies
Follow the links to learn how small businesses can access Federal procurement opportunities with each listed agency.
Vets First Acquisition Program
The Vets First Program affords SBA Certified firms the opportunity to compete for VA set asides.
Doing Business With VA
Learn more about VA Small and Veteran Business Programs. Access information and resources on government procurements, subcontracting, and more.
Direct Access Program
Network, build partnerships, and gain access to program and contracting staff through VA Direct Access Events.
Strategic Outreach and Communications
Access information tools, requirement resources, and networking opportunities necessary to do business with VA and other Federal agencies.
Corporate Connections
Corporate Connections are designed to help Veteran small business concerns with capacity building, past performance evaluation, and related small business activities.
Franchising Opportunities
Browse a list of franchising opportunities available to Veterans.
Training and Employment Programs
Unique training and employment programs designed to engage and equip our Nation’s Veteran population as they transition to civilian employment.
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810 Vermont Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20420
OSDBU Call Center:
1–866–584–2344
Email: vetbiz@va.gov
Hours: 8 a.m.–4 p.m. (Eastern)
For advice on potential procurement opportunities in your area, contact your local
VA Small Business Liaison
VA Small Business Liaison
