Success Story: Amerivet Contracting

Amerivet Contracting Secures Certifications and Million-Dollar Contracts

Location: Southern California | San Diego County | National City

Business Type: Construction

Small Business Center: San Diego & Imperial SBDC

Assistance Received: Procurement and Contracting

California State Assembly District: 80 

California State Senate District: 18

Visit Amerivet Contracting online

Amerivet Contracting, a disabled veteran and African American-owned construction company, wanted to stand out in the competitive field of construction and emergency response services. To gain a competitive edge, they recognized the need for certifications.

Owner and co-founder, Drew Simpson, connected with the San Diego & Imperial Valley SBDC(SDIV SBDC), attending events and working closely with a procurement advisor. This strategic partnership enabled the company to target contracts aligned with their core competencies, while leveraging their unique strengths.

“The SBDC gave me the tools, confidence, and strategy to focus on opportunities that matched my company’s strengths — and it paid off,” said Drew.

Within just one year of working with the SBDC, Amerivet Contracting secured the necessary certifications and was awarded multiple government and public sector contracts valued at more than $1 million. This success story is a testament to the resilience, resourcefulness, and entrepreneurial spirit thriving in California’s small business community.

Visit Amerivet online, here.

And if you’re interested in learning more about how we can support your business in pursuing contracts, go to our Doing Business with the State page to get information and find resources like SDIV SBDC near you.

10/14/2025