Empowering Manhattan Businesses to Grow Through Certification
Prokur Certify has teamed up with Manhattan Chamber of Commerce to help members streamline their business certification process. Get certified faster and unlock new government contract opportunities.
Exclusive access for Manhattan Chamber of Commerce members
The NYC & NYS Market Opportunity
Government spending in New York is at record highs. Certification is your key to unlocking these opportunities.
The NYC Certification Pathway
We help you navigate the dual certification process to maximize your opportunities in New York.
1. NYS Certification
Start with New York State M/WBE certification to open up state-level opportunities ($163B+ market).
2. NYC Fast-Track
Use your state certification to fast-track your New York City M/WBE application via the simplified process.
3. Double Opportunity
Qualify for both City and State contracts. NYC agencies awarded over $1.2B directly to M/WBEs recently.
About the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce
The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce is a powerful community of businesses that connects, promotes, and advocates for its members. We are dedicated to ensuring the economic success of Manhattan's business community, from startups to large corporations.
Community & Networking
Building meaningful connections through exclusive events and business referral networks.
Business Growth
Providing educational resources, mentorship, and access to capital programs to help you scale.
Advocacy
Representing your interests at city and state levels to create a favorable business environment.
Exclusive Benefits for Manhattan Chamber of Commerce Members
We've tailored our platform to meet the specific needs of your community.
Full Free Access
Manhattan Chamber members get full access to all of Prokur Certify's certification preparation tools — completely free.
Priority Support
Get access to our dedicated support team for faster answers to your certification questions.
NYC-Specific Guidance
Specialized guides for navigating the New York City and New York State certification ecosystem.
Fast-Track Review
Our AI review prioritizes applications from Chamber members to ensure you're ready to submit sooner.
Available Certifications for Your Business
Explore a full range of certifications designed to help your business grow in Florida and beyond.
Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
The Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification is a designation for businesses that are at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by one or more American citizens who are members of a racial or ethnic minority group. This certification helps level the playing field for minority-owned businesses by providing them with greater access to government and corporate contracts.
Start ApplicationWomen's Business Enterprise (WBE)
The Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) certification is for businesses that are at least 51% owned, controlled, operated, and managed by one or more women. This certification provides women-owned businesses with increased visibility and access to contracting opportunities with government agencies and corporations that have supplier diversity programs.
Start ApplicationDisadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program is a federal initiative administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). It is designed to ensure that small businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals can compete for federally funded transportation-related projects.
Start ApplicationVeteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB / SDVOSB)
The Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) certifications are programs designed to help veterans get preferred access to federal government contracting opportunities. The SDVOSB program is particularly aimed at veterans with a service-connected disability.
Start ApplicationHistorically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone)
The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) program, run by the Small Business Administration (SBA), helps small businesses in urban and rural communities gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities. The program encourages economic development in these designated areas.
Start Application8(a) Business Development Program (8(a))
The 8(a) Business Development Program is a nine-year program created by the Small Business Administration (SBA) to help small, disadvantaged businesses compete in the marketplace. It provides a broad scope of assistance, including one-on-one counseling, training, and opportunities for government contracting.
Start ApplicationNYC M/WBE (Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise)
Certification for minority and women-owned businesses located in NYC.
Start ApplicationNYC EBE (Emerging Business Enterprise)
Emerging Business Enterprise certification for socially and economically disadvantaged businesses.
Start ApplicationNYC LBE (Locally-Based Enterprise)
Locally Based Enterprise certification for construction-related firms.
Start ApplicationMaryland MDOT MBE (Minority Business Enterprise)
The Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification is for state-funded contracts and requires 51% minority ownership. It is the primary certification for minority-owned businesses seeking work with the State of Maryland.
Start ApplicationMaryland MDOT DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise)
The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification is for federally-funded transportation projects (highways, transit, aviation). It is part of the U.S. DOT's program to ensure non-discrimination in the award of federal contracts.
Start ApplicationMaryland MDOT SBE (Small Business Enterprise)
The Small Business Enterprise (SBE) certification is for USDOT-funded projects. It is race- and gender-neutral, designed to help small businesses compete for federal transportation contracts.
Start ApplicationMaryland VSBE (Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise)
The Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) program encourages state agencies to spend at least 1% of their procurement dollars with veteran-owned businesses.
Start ApplicationMaryland SBR (Small Business Reserve)
The Small Business Reserve (SBR) is a race- and gender-neutral set-aside program. State agencies are required to spend 15% of their procurement dollars with certified SBR firms.
Start ApplicationAnne Arundel County MBE (Minority-Owned Business)
A county-level self-certification for minority-owned businesses. This designation is part of the Procurement Access and Vendor Equity (PAVE) program to increase participation in county contracts.
Start ApplicationAnne Arundel County WBE (Women-Owned Business)
A county-level self-certification for women-owned businesses under the PAVE program, designed to foster inclusion and economic growth.
Start ApplicationAnne Arundel County VBE (Veteran-Owned Business)
A county-level self-certification for veteran-owned businesses. The PAVE program recognizes the service of veterans by facilitating their participation in county contracting.
Start ApplicationAnne Arundel County SBE (Small Business)
A county-level self-certification for small businesses. This designation helps the county identify and support small local enterprises.
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