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.
South Concourse Evolution (SCE) Bid Package 3
Hensel Phelps construction bid for Washington SCE project, 8A set-aside, due September 24, 2026.
South Concourse Evolution (SCE) Bid Package 2.1
Hensel Phelps concrete construction bid for Sea-Tac Airport, $8-10M, due October 15, 2026.
HOFFMAN HILL RESERVOIR EXTERIOR RECOATING AND SEISMIC UPGRADES
Bids for Dupont reservoir recoating and seismic upgrades due September 25, 2026.
Gunsmith Contractor Support Services
DEA seeks 8(a) gunsmith services in Virginia for five years starting December 2026.
Patriot SPARES Sole Sources to RTX
DLA seeks qualified manufacturers for Patriot Weapons System circuit card assemblies part 13656861.
Justification and Approval (J&A) - 8(a) Stand alone award for Network Operation Center (NOC) Support for the U.S. Small Business Administration
Anzulduas Dam Janitorial Services
Great Falls, MT Environmental Assessment
DoD 8(a) set-aside contract for environmental assessment in Great Falls, Montana.
Janitorial services Salt Lake City, UT (multiple locations)
FAA seeks 8(a) janitorial services for Salt Lake City locations through December 2031.
Barge O-Level Maintenance Ceiling Increase Modification
Sole-source modification for United Support Services to fund Navy barge maintenance through 2026.
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