IVOSB Program Requirements
- Division of Supplier Diversity
- Indiana Veteran Business Program
- Current: IVOSB Program Requirements
When registering as an IVOSB, eligible businesses must select one of the two options to complete the registration process.
Register with the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
Businesses Headquartered in Indiana
The State recognizes VA OSDBU certifications for Indiana Business so there is no need to complete a state application.
However, if you want to be added into the IVOSB Directory, submit a state application and a verification of your VA OSDBU certification.
Businesses Headquartered Outside Indiana
The State does not recognize VA OSDBU certifications for Businesses headquartered outside Indiana. Business headquartered outside Indiana can apply for IVOSB certification by completing the state application and providing the required documents.
Outside businesses are only eligible for IVOSB certification if they meet one of the following criteria:
- Pays the majority of its payroll (in dollar volume) to residents of Indiana
- Employs Indiana residents as a majority of its employees
- Makes a significant capital investment in Indiana
On the state application, outside businesses must identify which criteria qualifies them as an Indiana business. The Indiana Department of Administration may request additional information to confirm eligibility based on the chosen criteria.
Register Directly with the State of Indiana IVOSB Program
Businesses Headquartered in Indiana
Businesses headquartered in Indiana that are not certified through VA OSDBU, can apply for IVOSB certification by completing the state application and providing the required documents.
Businesses Headquartered Outside Indiana
Businesses headquartered outside Indiana can apply for IVOSB certification by completing the state application and providing the required documents.
Outside businesses are only eligible for IVOSB certification if they meet one of the following criteria:
- Pays the majority of its payroll (in dollar volume) to residents of Indiana
- Employs Indiana residents as a majority of its employees
- Makes a significant capital investment in Indiana
On the state application, outside businesses must identify which criteria qualifies them as an Indiana business. The Indiana Department of Administration may request additional information to confirm eligibility based on the chosen criteria.