Frequently Asked Questions

Who is CVM Solutions?

CVM Solutions is a third party verification supplier acting on behalf of Entergy as administrator of the Second Tier reporting program. CVM’s website is secure and your data and documentation will be held in confidence for Entergy internal use only.

Is there a cost to register with Entergy?

Yes, registration is available through CVM Solutions and the initial fee associated with applying for qualification status in the system is:

• $50 for Materials Suppliers (annual renewal fee is $50)
• $100 for Services Suppliers (annual renewal fee is $75)

What is the cost to register if I provide materials and services?

Suppliers who provide both materials and services will be assessed only the services fee which is $100 for the initial registration and a $75 renewal fee.

What information is needed to complete the registration process?

• General Information
• Financial Information
• Organizational Information
• Information on Services Provided
• Work Experiences
• Licensing and Preferences
• Contracts/Bidding
• Insurance, Safety/Claims, Environmental

How do I modify my Entergy vendor profile (i.e., company name, address, contact information, etc.)?

Access your profile via CVM Solutions and update your profile

What is Second Tier?

Second-Tier refers to the utilization of minority and women-owned businesses.  Second-Tier purchasing is a relative term in that it is a function of who is the customer. From a customer’s perspective, a first tier supplier is a supplier that invoices the customer for goods and services rendered directly by the supplier (first tier). A Second-Tier supplier is a supplier that invoices the first tier supplier for goods and services rendered.

What is Direct Second Tier Purchases?

Defined as Second Tier supplier products and services which CAN be identified in support of CUSTOMER requirements.

What is Indirect Second Tier Purchases?

Defined as products and services which CANNOT be identified in support of a specific CUSTOMER requirements.

Small Business Administration Federal Definitions

Small Business (SB)
Self-Certification Category

A small business concern as defined pursuant to Section 3 of the Small Business Act and relevant regulations promulgated pursuant thereto. A Small Business is one that is independently owned and operated, not dominated in the field of operation in which it is binding on government contracts, and qualifies as a small business under the criteria and size standards in 13 CFR 121 (see FAR 19.1). The size of your subcontractors and suppliers is determined by the NAICS code of their subcontract. To determine the size standard of your business, visit www.sba.gov.

Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)
Must be Certified by SBA as a SDB

A small business that has received certification as a small business disadvantaged business concern consistent with 13 CFR 124, Subpart B, and no material change in disadvantaged ownership and control has occurred since certification. To become SDB certified, visit http://www.sba.gov/sdb/indexsdbapply.html/.

Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
Self-Certification Category

A small business concern that is at least 51% owned by one or more women, or, in the case of any publicly owned business, at least 51% of the stock is owned by one or more women. In addition, one or more women must control the management and daily business operations. For information on the Women-Owned Small Business Program, visit http://www.sba.gov/services/specialaudiences/women/index.html.

HUBZone Small Business (HUBZONE)
Must be Certified by SBA as a HUBZone Small Business

A small business must be located in a “historically underutilized business zone” that is owned and controlled by one or more United States citizens and at least 35% of its employees must reside in a HUBZone to qualify for the HUBZone program. To become HUBZone certified, visit http://www.sba.gov/hubzone/section05b.htm.

Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
Self-Certification Category

A small business concern that is at least 51% owned by one or more veterans (as defined in 38 USC 101 (2)), or, in the case of any publicly owned business, at least 51% of the stock is owned by one or more veterans. In addition, one or more veterans must control the management and daily business operations. For additional information regarding the Veteran-Owned Program, visit http://www.sba.gov/reservists/deploy.html or http://www.sba.gov/vets/.

Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (DVOSB)
Self-Certification Category

A small business concern that is at least 51% owned by one or more service disabled veterans (as defined in 38 USC 101 (16)), or, in the case of any publicly owned business, at least 51% of the stock is owned by one for more service disabled veterans. In addition, the management and daily business operations must be controlled by one or more service disabled veterans. In the case of a permanent or severe disability, the spouse or caregiver of such a service-disabled veteran may control the management and daily operations.  For additional information regarding the Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Program, visit http://www.sba.gov/reservists/deploy.html or http://www.sba.gov/vets/.