From wartime plants corporations to the 8(a), HUBZone, veteran and women-owned programs, the SBA’s contracting role was built in stages. Knowing why each program exists explains how its rules work.
A clear overview of the four main federal small business programs: who qualifies, what each one offers, and how set-aside competitions actually work.
SBA’s mentor-protégé program pairs small businesses with experienced firms for development support. Here is how it generally works and how joint ventures fit in.
When a firm’s small business status is in doubt, SBA can decide it through a size determination. Here is how size protests generally work and why accuracy matters.
The SBA’s 8(a) program offers business development support and contracting opportunities to eligible small firms. Here is a general look at how it is structured.
A network of no-cost resources helps small businesses learn federal contracting. Here is what each one generally does and how to make the most of it.
The HUBZone program connects federal contracting with economic development in underutilized areas. Here is how its location and residency requirements generally work.
Whether your firm counts as small depends on the NAICS code, how size is measured and who you are affiliated with. Here is a plain overview of the rules.