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.
CAMB Repair Hangar Corrosion
Hangar repair includes corrosion mitigation, bird net modification, steel replacement, and painting in Aguadilla.
Janitorial, Land and Grounds Maintenance Services & Trash Removal Services in TX and NM
Provide janitorial, grounds maintenance, and trash removal at CBP facilities in TX and NM.
Medical Logistics Warehouse
Seeking proposals for DoD medical logistics warehouse services, 8(a) set-aside, Minnesota location, deadline March 2026.
UNICOR ROOF AND HVAC REPLACEMENT - LEXINGTON
Fixed-price roofing and HVAC replacement at FMC Lexington for 8(a) contractors, proposal due April 14.
Facilities Alterations, Repair, & Minor Construction
DoD seeks 8(a) firms for IDIQ construction contract at Letterkenny Army Depot, excluding MILCON.
Traverse City (TVC) Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) janitorial services, MI
Provide janitorial services for Traverse City ATC Tower, meeting standards, safety, training, and quality controls.
Carlisle Barracks Job Order Contract (JOC)
Construction services contract for Carlisle Barracks, 8(a) set-aside, 60-month indefinite delivery.
Fort Bliss Solid Waste Management Refuse and Recycling Services
8a set-aside contract for refuse and recycling services at Fort Bliss, Texas, due April 6, 2026.
Industry Day - 711th HPW Mission Support Services Follow On
8(a) small business contract for 711 HPW mission support services, $505M ceiling, six-year period.
Synopsis - Notice of Intent to Extend Services Under FAR 52.217‑8 - Contract 70RFP121DE2000001
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