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.
NOI - Rat Individually Ventilated Cage (IVC) Rack System – Pilot Expansion
NIH sole source 8(a) contract for Tecniplast rat caging system expansion in Maryland.
Notice of Intent to Sole Source: Rocscience Software Network Subscriptions
NAVFAC sole-source contract for Rocscience geotechnical software subscriptions from August 2026 to 2027.
Cryogenic mechanical testing of polymer aerogel composites
NASA sole source contract for Composite Technology Development for polymer aerogel cryogenic testing.
Training Purchase - HRC1771464 - Leading Effective Human Systems - Center for Human
NASA sole source 8(a) contract to Center for Human Systems for training services.
Design-Build - Repair Multi-Service Troop Facility B2263
Design-Build renovation of historic Building 2263, including generator installation and site work.
Women, Infant, Children Overseas Contract
To procure labor, and any other items necessary to
SEA S Concourse Evolution (SCE) – Bid Package 02
Sea Concourse Evolution Bid Package 02: demolition, construction, aviation systems set-aside for small disadvantaged businesses.
Sanitary Sewer & Recycled Water Project
Colusa sewer and recycled water project bids due Sept 1, 2026, targeting disadvantaged businesses, NAICS 237110.
Janitorial services Salt Lake City, UT (multiple locations)
FAA seeks 8(a) janitorial services for Salt Lake City locations through December 2031.
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