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.
AMO North Island Building 1480 Walls and Doors Repairs
Interior repairs, wallpaper removal, repainting, wall and door restoration at North Island AMO Building 1480.
Medical Logistics Warehouse
Seeking proposals for DoD medical logistics warehouse services, 8(a) set-aside, Minnesota location, deadline March 2026.
NIH Main Campus Emergency Contract
NIH seeks 24/7 emergency repair contractor for Bethesda campus, June 2026-2031, $2-$4M yearly.
INSCOM G-2 Access Control and Escort Services
Market research for SBA 8(a) contractors providing access control and security escort services at Fort Belvoir.
Yuma, Arizona and El Centro, California Sectors-TI Maintenance Solicitation
Contract for specialized maintenance of border infrastructure in Yuma and El Centro, managed by DHS.
Micro-Learning Modules
Design and deliver Section 508-compliant microlearning modules for DHRA's small business education.
EAGLE Fort Irwin, CA W519TC-25-R-0009
Provide maintenance, supply, transportation services at Fort Irwin; 8(a) set-aside, deadline February 12, 2026.
N61331-26-R-3104 Fabrication Shop Follow On
Naval Surface Warfare Center 8(a) Fabrication Shop contract, Seaport NxG MAC holders only, deadline February 2026.
CNST RANGE ROAD 218 BY-PASS AT D-51
DOD presolicitation for highway construction, 8(a) set-aside, due March 13, 2026, in ZIP 32542.
DCSA Enterprise Cybersecurity Support Services
DCSA seeks Certified 8(a) vendors for Enterprise Cybersecurity Support Services, responses due May 20, 2025.
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