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SBA 8(a) Business Development Program

Small Business Administration (SBA)SBA-8A
Max per Applicant

Varies

Maximum a single org can receive

Deadline

Rolling / No deadline

Jurisdiction

United States

About This Program

Nine-year federal contracting program for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, providing access to sole-source and set-aside federal contracts plus business development support.

Key Requirements & Eligibility

  • 1Owner must be a U.S. citizen who is socially disadvantaged (racial/ethnic minority or documented disadvantage)
  • 2Owner must be economically disadvantaged (net worth under $750K excluding primary residence and business)
  • 3Business must be small per SBA size standards for its industry
  • 4Must have been in business for at least 2 years
  • 5Application submitted to SBA district office; 9-year program term (4 developmental, 5 transitional)

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Applicable Industries

Government & NonprofitConstructionTechnologyProfessional Services
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