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.
Operation and Maintenance (OM) Services for Defense Distribution Depot Center, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), San Diego, California
8(a) set-aside contract for operation, maintenance, minor construction at San Diego DLA depot.
Conchas Equipment Storage Structure
8(a) sole source contract for 30x60 ft metal building and engineered concrete foundation at Conchas Dam, NM.
8a DHRA Water Pump Repair
8(a) sole source for emergency pump valve replacement in Seaside, CA, 30-day performance, Fort Leavenworth contracting.
USCG Sector Houston/ Galveston Full Food Services
8(a) set-aside for food services in Houston, Texas, with Randolph-Sheppard Act preference, due July 23, 2026.
El Paso and Big Bend North Tactical Infrastructure (TI) Maintenance
8(a) contract for maintenance and repair of border infrastructure in Texas, five-year term, site visits mandatory, proposals due July 15, 2026.
Building 87 Sub Surface Acoustic and Machinery Lab
Repair and upgrade security systems at Philadelphia Navy Yard lab per ESS APL requirements, due July 17, 2026.
99TH Readiness Division - Real Estate/Real Property Professional Services
Procure 8a professional real estate services supporting 99th Readiness Division at NJ Army Reserve.
Training Delivery and Facilitation (Instructor-Led & Virtual)
Deliver ERP training in-person and virtual to NAVSUP Norfolk, managed as 8a subcontract under DoD.
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