Nov 18, 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 …

The 8(a) Business Development Program—commonly known as the “8(a) Program”—provides participating small businesses with training, technical assistance, and contracting opportunities …

Dec 17, 2025 · The Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8 (a) Business Development Program, aimed to help socially and economically disadvantaged small business owners access federal …

Sections 8 (a) and 7 (j) of the Small Business Act authorize a Minority Small Business and Capital Ownership Development program (designated the 8 (a) Business Development or “8 (a) BD” …

Jan 5, 2026 · The SBA’s 8 (a) Business Development Program is a federal contracting assistance program. The program is designed to help eligible small business concerns that are owned …

Apr 11, 2025 · This guide provides a detailed examination of the SBA 8a program, covering its goals, rigorous 8a eligibility requirements, significant benefits, and the application process.

Latest updates from SBA on the 8 (a) Business Development program as of April 5, 2024.

Jul 2, 2025 · The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) on June 27, 2025, announced a comprehensive, full-scale audit of its 8 (a) Business Development Program (8 (a) Program), …

Apr 25, 2025 · What is the 8 (a) Program? Sections 7 (j) (10) and 8 (a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. §§ 636 (j) (10) and 637 (a)) authorizes the U.S. Small Business Administration …

Oct 1, 2025 · Right now in 2025, the 8 (a) Business Development Program, administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), helps small, disadvantaged businesses access …