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SBA Updates Veteran Verification and Preferred Surety Bond Claims Procedures

Changes to SOP 50 45 4 and SOP 50 49 0 affect surety bond programs

By VerSquare Editorial TeamMay 5, 2025Updated February 5, 2026Updated3 min read

Official Source

5000-868064

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Overview#

The SBA has issued Procedural Notice 5000-868064, making updates to two surety bond program SOPs: veteran verification requirements under SOP 50 45 4 and claims procedures under SOP 50 49 0.

Key Changes#

Veteran Verification Updates (SOP 50 45 4)#

The notice updates veteran verification requirements within the Surety Bond Guarantee Program guidance. These changes affect how veteran-owned small businesses are verified for program eligibility.

PSB Claims Procedures (SOP 50 49 0)#

The Preferred Surety Bond Program receives updated claims procedures. These changes affect how surety companies process and submit claims under the PSB program.

Who This Affects#

  • Veteran-Owned Businesses: Updated verification requirements for surety bond programs
  • Preferred Surety Bond Partners: New claims processing procedures
  • Surety Companies: Must implement updated verification and claims workflows

What This Means for Contractors#

Veteran contractors seeking surety bonds should be aware of updated verification requirements under SOP 50 45 4.

Effective Date#

This notice became effective May 5, 2025.

Official Source#

Review the complete procedural notice on the SBA website.

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