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Kingdomware stands for Kingdomware Technologies, Inc. v. United States (2016). Kingdomware Technologies v. United States is a 2016 U.S. Supreme Court decision about the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Court ruled unanimously that the VA must apply its Rule of Two for veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, created by a 2006 law, before awarding contracts.
The case mattered because the VA had been placing orders on the Federal Supply Schedule without first checking whether veteran-owned firms could compete. After Kingdomware, the VA must do that check, which led to more VA set-asides for veteran-owned businesses.
Why it matters to a small contractor
If you are a veteran-owned or service-disabled veteran-owned business, Kingdomware is why the VA often sets aside work for you. If you are not, partnering with a certified veteran-owned firm may be the best way to reach VA work.
Example
A service-disabled veteran-owned HVAC company notices a VA medical center planning to buy service through a schedule. They submit a capability statement in response to market research, and the VA sets the work aside for SDVOSBs.
Kingdomware: common questions
What did the Kingdomware decision say?
The Supreme Court held that the VA must apply its veteran-owned small business Rule of Two before awarding contracts, including orders under the Federal Supply Schedule.
Does Kingdomware apply to other agencies?
No. It interpreted a law specific to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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