
Software/Service Overview:
The 8(a)/SDB Certification
software product is designed to accelerate and simplify the application process for firms
applying for the 8(a)BD and/or Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) program(s) through
the Small Business Administration (SBA).
It eliminates mistakes that can cost a year. Over 70%
of all certification applications are rejected, generally because of mistakes and
inconsistencies in the application. To avoid enduring the appeals process (which can take
1-2 years and cost thousands in attorneys fees) or the mandatory one-year wait for
reapplication, EZCertify 8(a)/SDB catches many common mistakes and alerts users about
inconsistencies in their information. In addition, EZCertify 8(a)/SDB helps users present
and phrase information the way the SBA wants it, using examples drawn from successful
applications.
In addition to the
software, the EZCertify Package Review Service
ensures that your ensures that your 8(a)/SDB application meets all SBA's regulatory
requirements before final submission to the SBA. See below for details on the software and
review service.
Software Features:
The EZCertify 8(a)/SDB
software dynamically generates your 8(a)/SDB application, not just the SBA required forms
which is sometimes perceived as being a completed application.
8(a)/SDB
application checklist. EZCertify 8(a)/SDB provides you a
built-in checklist of information needed to complete your 8(a)/SDB application in a matter
of hours.
Just
answer the questions. All worksheets, attachments and SBA
forms (SBA 1010, 1623, 4506, 413, 912) are automatically built by the EZCertify 8(a)/SDB
software as you answer the questions. There won't be any mathematical errors, data
inconsistencies, forgotten attachments and we never ask you for the same information more
than once. EZCertify 8(a)/SDB even creates a cover letter and a completed table of
contents for your 8(a)/SDB or SDB only application.
Proven
real-life examples. EZCertify 8(a)/SDB provides actual
documented examples proving social and economic disadvantage that have been previously
accepted by the SBA. We provide you with all the assistance required to recall
discriminating experiences and help you identify the types of evidence adequate to satisfy
the SBA.
Helps
new firms get certified. EZCertify 8(a)/SDB provides
detailed information on how to complete the the required "Two-Year Waiver",
needed to prove potential for success as an 8(a) contractor if you haven't been in
business for two years.
Lots
of coaching and ensures you avoid traps. You'll avoid all
the common mistakes that cause 70% of all applications to be rejected or delayed. Program
help is provided on a subject-by-subject and screen-by-screen basis. Cautions and Tips are
automatically provided in the software when your response could jeopardize your
application and explain how an entry could disqualify you and how to circumvent a problem.
Simple
explanations. EZCertify 8(a)/SDB defines all the jargon for
you. Just click on any term you don't understand and you'll get a straight forward
definition, in "plain English".
Real
support. When you purchase EZCertify the 8(a)/SDB software,
help is only a click or toll free telephone call away. You will have free unlimited access
to one our certification experts if you have any questions.
Built-in
quality control. EZCertify 8(a)/SDB makes sure nothing falls
through the cracks with a series of final checks before you print and submit your
application. Overlooked data, incomplete attachments and missing enclosures are flagged
for you. Every place signatures are required is identified. All individuals are called out
by name. We make sure that your application is 100% complete before you send it off.
Gets
you 8(a)/SDB certified faster and cheaper!. EZCertify
8(a)/SDB will fully generate your completed 8(a)/SDB or SDB only application in as little
as a couple of hours, versus an average of 150 hours if done manually. If you had an
attorney prepare your 8(a)/SDB or SDB only application you can expect to spend upwards of
$10,000.
Service Features:
The following are included in our 8(a)/SDB Package Review Service:
We will ensure that
every data field is completed, all attachments necessary to explain specific responses are
included, all required enclosures are included and necessary signatures are included. (If attachments are needed to explain specific responses, we will
provide. We will also modify your by-laws (CORP) or Operating Agreement (LLC) to
meet SBA 8(a)/SDB regulations. Provide all applicable meeting minutes with appropriate
resolutions. Review company and personal financial statements, personal and business
taxes, articles of incorporation or organization. Provide templates to serve as the
history of business. Review organizational charts. Review your economic and social (if
applicable) narratives and determine whether these enclosures meet the SBA requirements.)
Evaluate the ownership,
control, size standard compliance, economic and social disadvantage (if applicable) of the
applicant and/or the business, including any requests for SBA Required Length in Time in
Business SBA Waivers.
Identify and document
specific areas of the 8(a)/SDB application that must be changed in order to prevent a
problem with the SBA and provide concrete suggestions to the applicant.
Re-assemble the package
into a three ring notebook, including a customized table of contents, completed checklist,
tabs for attachments or necessary enclosures.
Identify and flag places
where signatures are required in the entire 8(a)/SDB application.
Provide status reports
explaining any deficiencies or modifications that must be made to your application.
Re-evaluate the
corrected application, using the same process above and provide a final statement of
compliance to the applicant.
Transmit the final
reviewed package via FedEx overnight delivery service to the applicant and contact the
applicant to address any questions or open issues concerning the submittal of the
application to the SBA.
System Requirements:
Processor: |
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Pentium (minimum) |
Operating System: |
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Windows XP, Me, 2000, 98, 95, NT 4.0
(Service Pack 3 or higher)
PLEASE NOTE: Software is not compitable
with WINDOWS VISTA OPERATING SYSTEM
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Memory: |
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32 MB of RAM (64 MB of RAM Recommended) |
Monitor: |
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SVGA color (minimum 24-bit color) |
CD-ROM Drive: |
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2X CD-ROM drive (4X CD-ROM recommended) |
Hard Disk Space: |
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50 MB for EZCertify.com 8(a)/SDB
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Printers: |
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Any Win-compatible inkjet.
or
Any Win-compatible laser printer. |
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