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.
To qualify for 8(a) contracts, your business must be certified as a Small Disadvantaged Business by the SBA.
Eligibility Criteria
Economic Disadvantage
Recent contract opportunities in the 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) set-aside program.
USCG seeks 8(a) businesses for MH-65 helicopter maintenance, 1-year base plus 4 option years.
8A set-aside SABER IDIQ contract for general construction at Dover AFB, Delaware.
Facility management services for IRS Brookhaven Center, NY, including maintenance, custodial, and pest control.
Contract for comprehensive sustainment, maintenance, and logistics of Force Protection systems, 8a set-aside.
Provide 24/7 armed security, access control, and video surveillance for DISA San Antonio data center.
DHS seeks 8a small businesses for armed security at IRS Austin, one-year base plus three options.
Seeking 8(a) small businesses for $47M John H. Kerr O&M contract, Virginia, 365 days.
Maintenance and operations contract in Laredo, Texas; 8A set-aside; proposals due November 14, 2025.
Base Operations Support Services contract at Texas naval bases, 8(a) set-aside, deadline November 20, 2025.
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