Feb 11, 2025 · The 8(a) program can be a valuable tool for experienced socially and economically disadvantaged small business owners, who have already been in business for at least two years or more, and are interested in expanding their footprint in the federal marketplace.

Apr 5, 2024 · SBA published guidance to federal agencies on August 18, 2023. SBA also has published FAQs intended to help the federal acquisition workforce community as it implements SBA’s guidance. Helpful resources: Visit SBA’s OMB Max.gov collaboration page for current guidance and FAQs.

Mar 7, 2025 · As part of your market research, you can find 8(a) program-certified businesses using the SBA’s Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS). Additionally, you can: Get personal assistance from the SBA’s local district offices

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The SBA's 8(a) Business Development Program provides financial assistance to small businesses with owners who are economically or socially disadvantaged.

Feb 7, 2017 · On August 24, 2016, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)’s 8(a) Business Development (BD) Program updated Title 13 of the Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) Part 124. These changes included the requirement that all 8(a) applications along with supporting documentation must now be filed electronically. As a result, the 8(a) BD program

Jan 10, 2024 · The SBA 8(a) program is a business development program that helps socially and economically disadvantaged small-business owners access government contracts.

May 29, 2024 · The SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program Background Through the 8(a) Business Development Program, Congress aims to help small “socially and economically disadvantaged” business owners overcome barriers to participating in federal contracting. The program, established under Section 8(a) of the Small Business Act in

Oct 18, 2017 · If you’re a small business owner interested in government contracts, you’ve probably heard about the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program. The 8(a) Program itself is complex, but its potential benefits are tremendous.