8(a) Disadvantaged contracts
Contracts reserved for firms in the SBA's 8(a) Business Development program — small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.
120 federal set-aside opportunities in this program. Updated daily from SAM.gov.
NETZSCH LFA717 HyperFlash System
Historic Building Conservation
Antifouling Panel Testing
Fire Alarm Upgrade
Operation and Maintenance Services for Defense Depot
Depot Level Maintenance at Fleet Readiness Center
IRMAC Services
Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal
Structural Steel Removal at Watervliet Arsenal
Army Transition Assistance Program Services
Site Support Services for Air Force Research Lab
Refuse and Recycling Services
Regional Refuse Collection and Recycling Services
Maintenance Plan for High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry System
Military Funeral Honors
8(a) Disadvantaged set-asides — common questions
What is an 8(a) set-aside contract?expand_more
A federal contract reserved for companies in the SBA's 8(a) Business Development program. Agencies can award these competitively among 8(a) firms or sole-source below certain dollar thresholds.
Who qualifies for 8(a) certification?expand_more
Small businesses that are at least 51% owned and controlled by U.S. citizens who are socially and economically disadvantaged. The owner's personal net worth, income, and total assets must fall under SBA limits. Firms stay in the program for up to nine years.
How do I get 8(a) certified?expand_more
Apply through the SBA at certifications.sba.gov. You'll need your business in SAM.gov first, plus documentation of ownership, disadvantage, and financials.
Set-Aside Pro is an independent publication, not affiliated with the SBA, the VA, or SAM.gov. Certification rules change — confirm current eligibility with the SBA before bidding.