Women’s Business Enterprise Certification
WBENC certification is an important marketing tool for expanding your company’s visibility
WBENC certification is an important marketing tool for expanding a women-owned business’ visibility among decision makers in supplier diversity and procurement offices at major corporations and government entities. Many corporations require WBENC-certification before providing access to their supplier diversity programs.
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WBENC Certification Criteria 
- At least fifty-one percent ownership by a woman or women
- Proof of effective management and control of the business
- Documented evidence of contribution of capital and/or expertise
- U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Legal Resident Alien status
WBCS maintains a strict screening process under the guidelines of WBENC’s Standards & Procedures, which ensure that all firms are legitimately owned, managed and controlled by women. All applicants are encouraged to read WBENC’s Standards & Procedures:
Three Steps to Certification 
1 Apply Online
Click here to review the certification criteria, application instructions, documents required, and to apply online.
Once your completed application has been submitted online, you will receive an e-mail notification instructing you where to upload your supporting documentation and non-refundable processing fee.
2 Processing Fees
The processing fees are based on the gross revenue amount submitted on your application and listed on your company's federal tax return.
| Revenue | Fee |
|---|---|
| < $1M | $350 |
| $1M to <$5M | $500 |
| $5M to <$10M | $750 |
| $10M to <$50M | $1,000 |
| > $50M | $1,250 |
The process takes approximately 60-90 days once the application and all documentation have been received.
3 Yearly Renewal
The certification is valid for a period of one year, at which time you must submit a recertification application along with recertification documents and affidavit to ensure the continuity of your certified status.
An site visit is conducted initially and every three years.
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Benefits for your Business
Member Directory
Access contact information for procurement professionals within major corporations
Certified WBE Seal
Publicize WBENC certification on marketing materials and business cards. Login to your WBENCLink account to download the seal.
Networking Events
Connect one-on-one with procurement professionals in the southwest region
Procurement and Networking Events
- Events include trade fairs, award galas, educational symposiums and business forums designed to connect members with business opportunities
- Regional events throughout north and central Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and New Mexico provide additional opportunities for business development throughout the region
Educational Programs and Seminars
- Educational programs feature nationally recognized speakers and small business experts that discuss useful information about business development
- Monthly Table Topics lunches provide members with a place to share thoughts and gain advice regarding all aspects of running a successful business
Tools & More
- The Done Deals program tracks business conducted between WBCS members and showcases success stories throughout the region
- Event sponsorship opportunities are available to members who are looking to gain brand exposure while supporting the WBCS mission.
One-Stop Shop Certification
Four certifications all available through one application!
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WBENC Certification Underpayments
Below are the WBENC Certification underpayment options for WBEs. Please select the applicable amount owed to be redirected to simplecheckout.authorize.net/payment to complete your payment. If you have any questions or need assistance, contact our Certification team at [email protected].
NOTE: Effective July 1, 2026, a 3% credit card processing fee will be applied to all application submissions made using a credit card. This fee helps cover the cost of transaction processing and will be reflected at the time of payment.
