Women-, veteran-, and minority-owned small businesses that are certified by the State are the first tier of businesses referred to state agencies seeking to include supplier development in purchase order and contract opportunities. 
VIP lists state certified woman-, veteran-, or minority-owned business enterprises. State agencies, state universities, local government entities and even private businesses use this directory to find state-vetted woman-, veteran-, and minority-owned small businesses. A state certified vendor's profile can be accessed by typing the company's name, an applicable commodity code, or brief description. 
Certified small businesses receive communications on special events, networking activities, and technical assistance training.
Vendors can recertify online every two years.