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.
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.
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.
Start a BusinessAccess 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.
Grow Your BusinessFind Opportunities
Become familiar with Federal government contracting programs. Find Federal opportunities that align with your small business.
Find Federal Government Contracting ProgramsResources for Veterans
AAccess programs and services geared toward the Veteran small business community.
Learn About Government ProgramsHow to do Business with Federal Agencies
Follow the links to learn how small businesses can access Federal procurement opportunities with each listed agency.
Federal Procurement OpportunitiesVets First Acquisition Program
The Vets First Program affords SBA Certified firms the opportunity to compete for VA set asides.
Learn More About CertificationDoing Business With VA
Learn more about VA Small and Veteran Business Programs. Access information and resources on government procurements, subcontracting, and more.
Get StartedDirect Access Program
Network, build partnerships, and gain access to program and contracting staff through VA Direct Access Events.
Gain AccessStrategic Outreach and Communications
Access information tools, requirement resources, and networking opportunities necessary to do business with VA and other Federal agencies.
View Strategic Outreach ProgramsCorporate Connections
Corporate Connections are designed to help Veteran small business concerns with capacity building, past performance evaluation, and related small business activities.
Discover Corporate ConnectionsTraining and Employment Programs
Unique training and employment programs designed to engage and equip our Nation’s Veteran population as they transition to civilian employment.
Get StartedFranchising Opportunities
Browse a list of franchising opportunities available to Veterans.
Browse Franchising Opportunities