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Microsoft Small Business Program

Whatever the size, scale, or background of your company, we encourage small businesses to take a closer look at becoming a trusted partner with Microsoft.
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Microsoft’s Commercial Small Business Subcontracting Program

At Microsoft, we see not only the value that small businesses bring to our company; we also see how small businesses promote continued innovation and growth of our economy. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more—including small businesses like yours.

Microsoft’s Commercial Small Business Subcontracting Program is a US-based program, focused on Microsoft’s commitment to its US Federal Government customers to partner with small business suppliers within our Microsoft Federal business unit. Having a range of supplier sizes in our ecosystem allows us to quickly scale to meet both internal/indirect and customer/direct business needs, while supporting our pledge to continually seek year-over-year (YoY) growth with small businesses.

As a program within our Microsoft Federal business unit, we strive to highlight the unique skills and accomplishments of our small business partners. To achieve this, Microsoft Federal works to ensure that small businesses are included in all applicable competitive solicitations supported by Microsoft Federal.

 

Who qualifies as a small business for Microsoft?

Any United States-based business must self-certify that they meet the federal small business requirements. If you are uncertain whether your company meets federal requirements, please visit U.S. Small Business Administration (U.S. SBA) for more information.
 

Are you a U.S. SBA-defined small business interested in working with Microsoft Federal?
Please complete the Application of Interest, if your company is interested in future external sourcing opportunities led by our Microsoft Federal business unit.

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. At this time, the Microsoft Small Business Program focuses only on businesses that are headquartered in the United States.

  • No. Microsoft does not require third-party certification in most cases but does ask small businesses to self-certify that they meet the Federal Small Business requirements. If you are uncertain whether your business meets the requirements, visit US Small Business Administration for more information.

  • No. There is no cost for registering with Microsoft as a small business supplier.

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    No. Registering as a small business does not guarantee that your company will become a supplier for Microsoft. However, by registering, you alert Microsoft buyers of your interest and provide them with information to help them determine whether your company is appropriate for the program.

     

  • No. For all sourcing opportunities, Microsoft awards business to the best supplier based on cost, quality, value, and risk.
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