Coalition of Small & Disabled Veteran Businesses

Advocating for fair California state contracting opportunities

About The Coalition of Small & Disabled Veteran Businesses

Our mission is to ensure that ALL contracts are fairly and equitably awarded to Certified Small Businesses, especially when bidding against large prime vendors, many of whom are located out of state.

Representing the interests of CA-certified small businesses
Representing the interests of CA-certified small businesses

We continue to work with DGS in advocating for the unbundling of contracts so that more small businesses can participate in the solicitation process thereby creating more jobs.

Our Services

Empowering small and disabled veteran businesses with tailored support.

A group of diverse small business owners engaged in a lively workshop.
A group of diverse small business owners engaged in a lively workshop.
A veteran entrepreneur receiving guidance during a one-on-one consulting session.
A veteran entrepreneur receiving guidance during a one-on-one consulting session.
Member of DGS Small Business Advisory Council

Since 2009, The CSDVB Steering Committee has been an active member of the Small Business Advisory Council at the Department of General Services. We work closely with DGS to correct inconsistent contracting practices that result in the loss of contracting opportunities for small businesses

Advocacy & Education
CSDVB is mission-driven to improve state contracting opportunities for small businesses through our highly effective education and advocacy efforts in working with the state legislature, regulators, agencies, boards and commissions on your behalf.