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.
DOE/NNSA seeks SBA 8(a) contractor for medical services supporting nuclear transport personnel reliability program.
Firm fixed-price charter bus services for 50 attendees supporting Winter 2026 Air Attaché Tour in Miami.
Department of Air Force seeks 8(a) small business for CRAC maintenance, repair, and support at Offutt AFB.
U.S. Army seeks vendors for non-hazardous solid waste management services in Maryland sites.
Follow-on IDIQ contract for 8(a) small businesses supporting 711 HPW medical, IT, engineering services.
Seeking 8(a) small businesses for ground maintenance at Fort Buchanan, FY2026–2031, firm-fixed-price.
MSC seeks 8(a) contractors for two-year HQ consolidation support, requiring PMP, security clearances.
Seeking vendors within 60 miles for natural spring water delivery to multiple Aberdeen Proving Ground sites.
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