Download the VA version of the SF-129 in either Word97 Document or Adobe Acrobat file formats. Executive Order 12432 dated July 14, 1983. VA encourages prime contractors to increase the use of minority firms as subcontractors. VA also provides counseling and referral services to assist business development. Executive Order 12138 dated May 18, 1979.
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Further, we counsel and refer women to the contract or program personnel who can utilize their particular products or services. This enables the Department to keep accurate records. A large portion of VA's awards to women-owned firms has been for construction and supplies. In addition, goals for women-owned small business participation are established with each VA acquisition activity. VA acquisition personnel are required to identify, assist and include VOBs in VA acquisition opportunities, however, VA does not have the authority to set aside acquisitions for VOBs.