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.
Critical Repairs at CBP Owned Facilities in Maine, Vermont, New York and New Hampshire
Perform essential repairs at ten CBP facilities in Northeast, under 8(a) small business set-aside.
Critical Repairs at CBP Owned Facilities in North Dakota and Minnesota.
Repairing twelve CBP Land Ports in ND and MN, 8(a) small business contract, compliance required.
PIDC Range Targeting and Bullet Trap Systems
Removal and installation of advanced electronic targeting system at Los Fresnos range, enhancing safety.
Medical Logistics Warehouse
Seeking proposals for DoD medical logistics warehouse services, 8(a) set-aside, Minnesota location, deadline March 2026.
FMCS Financial Audit Services
FMCS seeks qualified SBA 8(a) GSA MAS vendors for independent audits under GAGAS standards.
Fort Drum MATOC
Fort Drum MICC seeks 8(a) construction firms' feedback on draft IDIQ RFP by September 26, 2025.
Commercial Entrance Control Facility, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana
Naval Station Norfolk Custodial Services
Provide comprehensive custodial services at Naval Station Norfolk under 8(a) competed solicitation.
Memphis Landscaping
Treasury seeks qualified firms for landscaping at Memphis IRS campus; responses due March 9, 2026.
Instructor Support - NCTC Gulfport, MS
Instructor Support services at NCTC Gulfport, 8(a) small business only, past performance evaluated.
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