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Our AI-powered platform helps you find and capture 8(a) set-aside contracts before your competition. Be first to know about opportunities with early alerts and competitive intelligence.

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.

SOL:N/A
Kennedy Space Center
Posted Jan 1
NAICS: 541990

NASA Communication Services

Secure communication services contract for NASA, designated for 8(a) small business participation.

SOL:N/A
Kennedy Space Center
Posted Apr 1
NAICS: 541820

YELL 326108/311537 - Mammoth Wastewater Treatment

SOL:140P2026R0037
Dsc Contracting Services Division
Posted May 14
Closed Feb 12
NAICS: 237110

Design-Build - Repair Multi-Service Troop Facility B2263

Design-Build renovation of historic Building 2263, including generator installation and site work.

SOL:FA301626R0018
FA3016 502 Cons Cl
Posted May 14
Due Jul 13
NAICS: 236220
59 days left

JB Charleston Railroad Maintenance and Repair IDIQ

Railroad maintenance IDIQ at JB Charleston, 8(a) set-aside, deadline June 1, 2026, updates posted.

SOL:FA441826Q0022
FA4418 628 Cons Pk
Posted May 14
Due Jun 1
NAICS: 237990
18 days left

Lighting and Electrical DRAFT Solicitation_SPE4AX26R0018

DLA seeks 8(a) proposals for Generation I Lighting to improve procurement and warfighter support.

SOL:SPE4AX26R0018
Defense Logistics Agency
Posted May 14
Due Jun 5
NAICS: 335999
22 days left

Remove and Install Vinyl Composite Tile (VCT) Flooring BLDG 1001

Remove and install 1,500 sq ft vinyl tile flooring and base in nine rooms at Fort Bliss.

SOL:W911SG26RA011
W6QM Micc-ft Bliss
Posted May 14
Due Jun 17
NAICS: 238330
34 days left

FTG Water Vapor Sensor System

NASA plans sole source contract with FLYHT INC. for FTG Water Vapor Sensor System.

SOL:80NSSC26932993Q
NASA Shared Services Center
Posted May 14
Due May 19
NAICS: 541511
5 days left

INL Guatemala Automated Biometric Identification System

Supply new server equipment for ABIS migration platform in Guatemala with 3-year warranty.

SOL:191NLE26R0085
Acquisitions - Inl
Posted May 14
Due May 28
NAICS: 518210
14 days left

Professional Support Services in the Atlantic Area of Responsibility

IDIQ contract for 8(a) small businesses providing professional support services to NAVFAC Atlantic.

SOL:N6247026R0013
Navfacsyscom Atlantic
Posted May 14
Due Jun 4
NAICS: 541990
21 days left

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