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DBE/MBE Certification Services in Maryland, Virginia & DC

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Certification Assistance

We handle the complex paperwork so you can focus on running your business.

Achieve your certification with confidence with a former government certification analyst.

Receive a dedicated consultant who understands your firm’s unique structure.

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Former certification agency analyst provides support to women-owned and minority-owned business. Secure your DBE, MBE, WOSB, and SBE certifications—fast.

✓ 100+ businesses successfully certified

✓ Save 50+ hours of paperwork and research

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DBE certification assistance for the DMV region
DBE certification assistance for the DMV region

Expert guidance for DBE, WOSB, MBE, and SBE certifications in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and nationwide.

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government contracting consultant providing MBE guidance
Hannah Follweiler, former government certification analyst and founder of Equal Footing Consulting
Hannah Follweiler, former government certification analyst and founder of Equal Footing Consulting
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DBE Certification Made Simple by Former Agency Insiders
DBE Certification Made Simple by Former Agency Insiders
On-Site Interview Preparation

The on-site visit makes or breaks certification. Our simulation On-site interviews (led by a former agency analyst) prepare you for every question and eliminate surprises.

→ $400 | Book Practice On-site Interview

NAICS Code Strategy

Choosing the wrong codes costs you contracts. We research your industry, analyze your work history, and recommend optimal codes that maximize opportunities.

→ $350 | Get NAICS Assessment

Full-Service Application Support

We prepare your complete DBE/MBE/WOSB/SBE application from start to finish. You provide documents, we handle everything else—forms, evidence packages, submissions, and agency follow-up.

→ Starting at $1,000 | Learn More

Annual Renewals & Multi-State Expansion

Keep your certification active with hassle-free renewals. Expand into new states without starting from scratch.

→ Renewals from $500 | View All Services

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Thinking about the firm and owners status into the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program.