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.
Air Force contract for CRAC maintenance at Offutt AFB, one-year with four option years.
US Army seeks capable vendors for non-hazardous solid waste services in Maryland, survey only.
711th Human Performance Wing contract, 8(a) small business set-aside, RFP release spring 2026.
MICC seeks qualified 8(a) small businesses for ground maintenance at Fort Buchanan, submissions due December 22, 2025.
DoD seeks 8(a) small businesses for command consolidation support in Norfolk, VA, responses due January 15, 2026.
US Army seeks vendors for natural spring bottled water supply at APG, Maryland, with specific container requirements.
U.S. Army seeks 8(a) firms for $25M-$50M Fort Bliss road construction IDIQ contract.
Department of the Army seeks 8(a) small business for base operations support at Rivanna Station.
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