What is the role of the U.S. Army Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP)?
The Army OSBP is a small business advocacy organization committed to maximizing procurement opportunities for small businesses and minority-serving educational institutions in support of the Warfighter and the transformation of the Army. • Question: What does Army buy? Answer: Click here to check what the Army buys. • Question: Does the Army OSBP award contracts? Answer: No. The vast majority of Army contracts are awarded by Army Buying Activities. • Question: Does Army offer business loans or grants to start or expand a small business? Answer: Army does not offer loans or grants to begin or expand a small business. For loans, please contact the U.S. Small Business Administration or call 1-800-827-5722. • Question: What is the difference between 8(a) certification and SDB certification? Answer: The 8(a) program is a business development program that offers a broad scope of assistance to socially and economically disadvantaged firms. SDB certification pertains to benefits in Federal pro