8(a) Program at a Glance
Find and capture 8(a) set-aside contracts designed for small disadvantaged businesses with dedicated government support.
5%
The federal government's annual contracting goal for 8(a) businesses.
$40B+
The value of federal contracts awarded to 8(a) businesses in FY2022.
$4.5M
Maximum sole-source contract value for services without competition.
9 Years
Program duration providing long-term business development and set-aside contracting opportunities.
8(a) Business Development Program Eligibility
To qualify for 8(a) contracts, your business must be certified as a Small Disadvantaged Business by the SBA.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a small business.
- Be at least 51% owned and controlled by U.S. citizens.
- The owner must be socially and economically disadvantaged.
Economic Disadvantage
- Personal Net Worth of less than $850,000.
- Adjusted Gross Income of $400,000 or less (averaged over 3 years).
- Total assets of $6.5 million or less.
Latest 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) Contracts
Recent contract opportunities in the 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) set-aside program.
Kennedy Operational and Institutional Support (KOIS) Contract.
KOIS Contract provides OSHA, EPA training, logistics, compliance, ASL at Kennedy Space Center starting 2028.
NASA Communication Services
Secure communication services contract for NASA, designated for 8(a) small business participation.
Velocity Zpro Enterprise Software Solution
IRS contracts small business for Velocity zPRO software to manage Linux on IBM Z, with support through 2031.
zPRO Software Licensing and Maintenance Support
Enterprise software licensing and support for Velocity zPRO on IBM Z, 8(a) subcontract, due June 29, 2026.
Cybersecurity Compliance and C-SCRM Support
8(a) small business subcontract for cybersecurity compliance at Martinsburg, due June 29, 2026, under FISMA, FedRAMP, C-SCRM.
Security Awareness Training (SAT) Coordination and Reporting
Coordinate IRS security training for all personnel, comply with federal standards, 8(a) subcontract, Martinsburg performance, eBuy GSA submission by June 29, 2026.
Monthly Workforce Reporting and Small Business Compliance
Submit certified monthly workforce reports verifying small business labor performance for Treasury contract 541611 in Martinsburg.
Software Updates, Patching, and Release Management
Management of Velocity zPRO software updates and security patches under 8A program, performance-based, Martinsburg location.
Technical Support and Help Desk Services
Tier 1-3 support for Velocity zPRO software in Martinsburg under 8A set-aside, due June 29, 2026.
Enterprise Software License Provision – Velocity zPRO
Enterprise software license for Velocity zPRO under 8A set-aside, deploying to Treasury in Martinsburg with ongoing licensing support.
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