[ Recertification Process ]
WBENC Recertification Process
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Recertification Application Change: The biggest change to the Recertification Application is the ability to update previously restricted information in your profile during the recertification. This change is the result of many WBEs having incorrect information in their profile as well as the addition of several new questions and new choice selections for some of the current questions. Questions that require a new answer will have the previous answer removed and you will be required to input new information as you fill out the form. Click here for items you should give special attention to during the recertification process.
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Recertification takes up to 90 days to process; therefore, it is recommended that WBEs begin the process at least 75 days prior to their expiration date. Failure to recertify in a timely manner could result in your status becoming expired and loss of business opportunities.
Ninety days prior to your expiration date, the owner and contact for your company will receive an auto e-mail from wbenclink@cvmsolutions.com that contains the instructions for Recertification. To ensure you receive auto e-mails, please add the email address used for recertification to your company's safe sender list: wbenclink@cvmsolutions.com.
Keeping WBENC certification current is the responsibility of the Company Owner. While WBENC will attempt to notify women business enterprises (WBEs) via auto e-mail notification, we can not guarantee receipt of the e-mail. Therefore, we recommend that you mark your personal calendar to begin the recertification process no less than 75 days prior to your expiration date.
Steps for RecertificationNinety days prior to your expiration date, the owner and contact for your company will receive an auto e-mail from wbenclink@cvmsolutions.com that contains the instructions for Recertification. To ensure you receive auto e-mails, please add the email address used for recertification to your company's safe sender list: wbenclink@cvmsolutions.com.
Keeping WBENC certification current is the responsibility of the Company Owner. While WBENC will attempt to notify women business enterprises (WBEs) via auto e-mail notification, we can not guarantee receipt of the e-mail. Therefore, we recommend that you mark your personal calendar to begin the recertification process no less than 75 days prior to your expiration date.
Recertification Application Change: The biggest change to the Recertification Application is the ability to update previously restricted information in your profile during the recertification. This change is the result of many WBEs having incorrect information in their profile as well as the addition of several new questions and new choice selections for some of the current questions. Questions that require a new answer will have the previous answer removed and you will be required to input new information as you fill out the form. Click here for items you should give special attention to during the recertification process.
- Click here to view the Certification Application Questions.
- Log into WBENCLink, www.wbenclink.org with your company's User ID and password and complete the Recertification Form. If the password is not known, please attempt to reset it using the female owner's complete email address as the id and the "forgot password" link in the log in box. If the system does not tell you that a new password has been sent, please contact your regional partner organization for the correct user id and then repeat the process.
The screen will read Update Company Profile which is the normal page heading. However, during recertification, you will have access to all sections of your profile. All required questions must be answered per tab before you will be allowed to save the page and move forward. Upon completion of the last tab, you will be asked if you wish to submit. Please DO NOT SUBMIT until you are absolutely sure that the content is correct as NO CHANGES can be made after it has been submitted. Once you click Submit, the application will lock down and you will only have access to the General, Reference, Equipment and Real-Estate sections of your profile until your next recertification.
- Gather the required documents that are listed in the Recertification e-mail.
- Note: To ensure that your file is stamped complete when received, it is important to account for each document requested. Send a written statement advising which document(s) do not apply to your company and why.
- Have the Company Owner sign and notarize the sworn affidavit.
- Have the Company Owner sign the WBENCLink User Agreement 3.7 document.
- Recertification fee made payable to your assigned RPO.
- Mail your paperwork to the address listed in your e-mail using Certified mail, UPS or FedEx to your assigned Regional Partner Organization. NOTE: No documents should be mailed to WBENC.
When your Recertification packet has been received, the Company Owner and Contact listed in your company's profile will receive an automated e-mail notification. Notifications will continue to be sent as the application is processed. These are courtesy e-mails. WBENC does not guarantee delivery of the automated e-mail notifications. If you do not receive an email within 15 business days after your Regional Partner has received your packet, please follow up with your assigned Regional Partner Organization to ensure that the documents are complete.
Questions about your Recertification or online profile information should be directed to your assigned Regional Partner Organization.
Questions about your Recertification or online profile information should be directed to your assigned Regional Partner Organization.
