Our Solutions
Five capabilities built around veteran outcomes.
Each line of business runs on the same operating standard: mission-first execution, veteran-first hiring, and transparent reporting back to the communities we serve.
Why Partner With Invictus
Our certifications strengthen your bid.
Having both SDVOSB and DVBE certifications provides a clear advantage to developers and general contractors by helping them meet established participation goals and contractual requirements on government and publicly funded projects. Partnering with a certified firm can improve bid competitiveness, strengthen proposal scoring, and open access to set-aside or preference-based opportunities that might otherwise be unavailable.
Working with a certified veteran-owned business supports compliance, reduces administrative risk, and demonstrates alignment with public agency priorities—making it a practical and strategic partnership choice for primes and developers alike. We put you in a more competitive position, and we hire veterans wherever we can.
Federal set-asides
Certain federal opportunities are set aside for SDVOSB firms—and some VA opportunities require SDVOSB status to even compete. Teaming with Invictus unlocks that access.
California DVBE requirement
In California, DVBE participation is often a formal requirement on state-funded contracts—not just a preference. Many agencies mandate a set DVBE participation percentage (commonly 3%) or a documented “good faith effort.” Miss it, and a bid can be deemed non-responsive even if pricing is competitive.
Tie-break & best-value points
In best-value procurements, proposals that include a certified DVBE partner often receive evaluation points, preference credits, or tie-break advantages—frequently the deciding factor in close competitions.
Better award probability
For developers and general contractors, partnering with a DVBE firm isn’t about checking a box—it directly strengthens bid ranking, reduces rejection risk, and improves award probability. Paired with our veteran workforce model, that makes a team highly appealing to contracting agents and funding sources.
All state-funded supportive housing — not just veteran projects
Our DVBE and SDVOSB certifications help partners compete for and satisfy participation mandates on any state-funded supportive housing—regardless of whether the project is veteran-specific. The competitive advantage travels with the certification across your entire affordable and supportive housing pipeline. We simply hire veterans wherever we can along the way.
Our Certifications
SBA
- Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
NaVOBA
- Service-Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (SDVBE)
- Service-Disabled Veteran Disability-Owned Business Enterprise (SDV-DOBE)
State of California
- CalVet: Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE)
- Cal State: Small Business (SB) Micro
- Cal State: Small Business (SB) Public Works
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Capability 01
Veteran Supportive Housing Consulting
Designed for organizations that need expert guidance in veteran housing development without delays, compliance risks, or fragmented execution. We support the full lifecycle of supportive housing projects, from early-stage planning through stabilization, ensuring that housing development and supportive services are seamlessly aligned.
We coordinate veteran housing planning with a deep understanding of funding structures and regulatory requirements, integrating programs such as Section 8, HUD-VASH, HCD, VHHP, and LIHTC into a unified, compliant strategy. Our team collaborates closely with the VA, local housing authorities, developers, and community partners to ensure each project delivers both housing and the critical wraparound services veterans need for long-term stability.
When needed, we provide additional support through Service Integration Planning, Compliance Strategy, Stakeholder Coordination, Funding Navigation, and Program Alignment. The result is a structured, mission-driven approach that accelerates project approvals, strengthens funding opportunities, and ensures veterans receive not just housing—but a pathway to recovery and independence.
Includes
- Planning and coordination of veteran supportive housing developments
- Integration of supportive services and program compliance
- Guidance on Section 8, HUD-VASH, HCD, VHHP, and LIHTC programs
- Collaboration with VA, housing authorities, and community partners
- Stakeholder alignment and funding strategy support
Bringing Invictus onto a supportive-housing team adds a certified SDVOSB / DVBE partner that helps developers satisfy DVBE participation mandates on any state-funded supportive housing—not only veteran projects—strengthen scoring with funders like CalVet, HCD, and VHHP, and put your bid in a more competitive position. We hire veterans wherever we can along the way.
Capability 02
Construction & Infrastructure Support
Built for organizations that require reliable construction consulting and execution support while maintaining efficiency, compliance, and mission focus. We help manage and coordinate construction efforts from pre-development through completion, ensuring infrastructure and project delivery stay aligned with operational goals.
We support commercial, institutional, and government projects by integrating construction consulting, subcontractor coordination, and infrastructure development into a streamlined process. Our team ensures site preparation, infrastructure improvements, and construction management activities are executed with precision, while creating opportunities for veteran-owned subcontractors through our workforce-first approach.
When needed, we expand support through Joint Venture Opportunities with trusted partners such as Sinanian Development, along with Project Oversight, Scheduling Coordination, and Resource Alignment. The result is a scalable construction support model that improves efficiency, strengthens partnerships, and delivers projects that meet both technical and mission-driven objectives.
Includes
- Construction consulting and management support
- Subcontracting and coordination services
- Commercial, institutional, and government project support
For general contractors and primes, teaming with a certified DVBE firm can be the tie-break advantage in best-value procurements—earning evaluation points and preference credits while helping meet the commonly mandated 3% DVBE participation, reducing the risk of a bid being deemed non-responsive.
Capability 03
Facilities Maintenance & Operations
Keeps veteran-focused properties safe, reliable, and mission-ready. We provide facilities maintenance and operations in California that protect your capital investments and safeguard resident stability, with a special emphasis on veteran housing facility upkeep.
We build preventive maintenance for veteran projects around clear schedules, documented procedures, and trained teams who understand supportive housing environments. From routine equipment repair to ongoing facility support services, we help you reduce downtime, extend asset life, and avoid costly emergencies.
For partners needing deeper structure, we can incorporate related solutions such as Maintenance Coordination, Facility Operations Management, and Safety and Security Planning, ensuring smooth facilities operations in California across government, nonprofit, and private portfolios. Our approach turns day-to-day upkeep into a strategic advantage: fewer disruptions for veterans, better inspection outcomes for you, and a facility that consistently reflects the respect our heroes have earned.
Includes
- Preventive maintenance services
- Equipment repair and maintenance
- Facilities operations and maintenance support
- Government facility service coordination
Portfolio owners and agencies can route facilities work through a certified SDVOSB / DVBE partner—applying veteran set-aside and DVBE participation credit to ongoing operations spend while gaining audit-ready documentation and dependable, veteran-staffed service.
Capability 04
Veteran Workforce Development
Focused on creating meaningful opportunities for veterans through participation in our projects, partnerships, and contract-based work. Rather than offering broad workforce programs, we prioritize engaging veterans and veteran-owned businesses directly within the scope of our active projects and mission-driven initiatives.
We support the identification and inclusion of qualified veterans and veteran-owned subcontractors for specific contracts, ensuring alignment between project needs and workforce capabilities. Our approach is centered on collaboration, giving veterans the opportunity to contribute their skills, gain experience, and grow within real-world project environments.
When appropriate, we facilitate connections through Partner Engagement, Subcontractor Opportunities, and Project-Based Workforce Integration. The result is a focused, mission-aligned workforce model that supports both project success and veteran career advancement through direct involvement—not generalized placement services.
Includes
- Engagement of veterans for project-based roles and contracts
- Collaboration with veteran-owned subcontractors
- Workforce integration aligned with active projects
- Partnership opportunities within mission-driven initiatives
- Support for skill utilization and career progression through project work
Our veteran workforce model is what makes a team genuinely appealing to contracting agents and funding sources. Tied to our certifications, it lets primes pair compliance and tie-break advantages with a documented, mission-driven hiring story that resonates with public agency priorities.
Capability 05
Government Contracting Support
Helps agencies, primes, and partners navigate complex procurement landscapes with confidence while keeping veterans at the center of the mission. We provide government contract support in California and beyond, anchored in deep SDVOSB contract navigation experience.
We structure joint ventures and teaming arrangements that strengthen proposals, expand technical capacity, and satisfy public sector veteran project support requirements. Our team stays close to the details of federal and state contract compliance, municipal regulations, and oversight expectations, so your projects stay aligned with funding rules and audit standards.
Through veteran-focused government contracting assistance, we help translate intent into measurable outcomes: more contracts awarded, more veterans meaningfully employed, and more projects delivered on time and within scope. Whether you are an agency seeking a credible SDVOSB partner or a large contractor pursuing set-asides, we bring disciplined planning, transparent reporting, and an unwavering commitment to our nation’s heroes.
Includes
- SDVOSB set-aside contract participation
- Contract compliance and project oversight
- Federal, state, and municipal contracting support
As a certified SDVOSB, Invictus opens federal set-aside opportunities—including VA work that requires SDVOSB status—while our DVBE standing strengthens bid ranking, reduces rejection risk, and improves award probability on state and publicly funded projects.
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In Their Words
Trusted by the people who serve veterans.
“I have worked with Ren Ross for 2 years in Veterans Housing and Homelessness Prevention programs. In that time, Ren has been an asset to our organization in coordinating resources to ensure quality supportive services are provided from the VA, local government agencies and other community-based organizations, that are culturally competent for veterans, with specific physical, behavioral, social, and recreational needs in permanent supportive housing developments in California, funded in part by CalVet and CA Housing and Community Development agencies.”
“The work ethic, professionalism and excellent managerial skills of Ren Ross are beyond reproach. I had the chance to work with Ren and would not hesitate to join any team that includes him. Ren’s leadership approach to supporting employees while holding them accountable was exceptional. He understands that people are the heart and soul of any organization and as such should be protected, treated with respect, and encouraged in their goals and skill sets. His passion and compassion toward his work with veterans is inspiring.”
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