Illinois state agencies and universities are encouraged to spend at least 3 percent of their procurement budgets with certified veteran-owned businesses. Contracts are available for building repairs and maintenance, office supplies, upkeep for state parks and other services.
Certify your business on the Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion Veterans Business Program webpage by selecting "VBP Certification". For help, call 312-814-4190 or 800-356-9206, or email cei.equity.inclusion@illinois.gov.
Your DD214 or VA documentation of a service-connected disability, proof that you live in Illinois, and business records showing where the business is based, its ownership split and its annual gross sales.
