Illinois Small Business Set-Aside Program (SBSP)
Certification for Illinois small businesses competing for contracts reserved under SBSP. [Illinois SBSP guidance]
Illinois Chief Procurement Office. Illinois program. Official program information
Sources reviewed .
Who qualifies
Illinois businesses meeting the program’s industry-specific small-business limits. [Illinois SBSP guidance]
- The FAQ lists annual sales limits of $8 million for retail, $13 million for wholesale and $14 million for construction, or 250 employees for manufacturing. Check the agency for the applicable boundary and industry category. [Illinois SBSP FAQ]
Cost
A certification fee is not stated in the official sources reviewed. Ask the agency before applying. [Illinois SBSP guidance]
Processing time
The FAQ estimates five to ten business days after required forms are received. [Illinois SBSP FAQ]
What it unlocks
- Compete for SBSP-designated contracts against other eligible Illinois small businesses and receive relevant solicitation notices. [Illinois SBSP FAQ]
How to apply
- Review the applicable industry criteria and open the state’s linked registration service. [Illinois SBSP guidance] Review SBSP criteria.
- Complete the registration steps and required forms for SBSP qualification. [Illinois SBSP FAQ] Read SBSP application instructions.