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.
Kennedy Operational and Institutional Support (KOIS) Contract.
KOIS Contract provides OSHA, EPA training, logistics, compliance, ASL at Kennedy Space Center starting 2028.
NASA Communication Services
Secure communication services contract for NASA, designated for 8(a) small business participation.
YELL 326108/311537 - Mammoth Wastewater Treatment
Design-Build - Repair Multi-Service Troop Facility B2263
Design-Build renovation of historic Building 2263, including generator installation and site work.
JB Charleston Railroad Maintenance and Repair IDIQ
Railroad maintenance IDIQ at JB Charleston, 8(a) set-aside, deadline June 1, 2026, updates posted.
Lighting and Electrical DRAFT Solicitation_SPE4AX26R0018
DLA seeks 8(a) proposals for Generation I Lighting to improve procurement and warfighter support.
Remove and Install Vinyl Composite Tile (VCT) Flooring BLDG 1001
Remove and install 1,500 sq ft vinyl tile flooring and base in nine rooms at Fort Bliss.
FTG Water Vapor Sensor System
NASA plans sole source contract with FLYHT INC. for FTG Water Vapor Sensor System.
INL Guatemala Automated Biometric Identification System
Supply new server equipment for ABIS migration platform in Guatemala with 3-year warranty.
Professional Support Services in the Atlantic Area of Responsibility
IDIQ contract for 8(a) small businesses providing professional support services to NAVFAC Atlantic.
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