How is an 8(a) sole-source different from an 8(a) set-aside?

An 8(a) set-aside contract is competed among all eligible 8(a) firms, while a sole-source contract is awarded directly to a single 8(a) firm without competition.

What are the dollar limits for 8(a) sole-source awards?

The total value of an 8(a) sole-source contract cannot exceed $4.5 million for goods and services or $7 million for manufacturing.

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8(a) Sole Source Opportunity at a Glance

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$4.5M

The contract ceiling for all 8(a) sole-source contracts.

$7M

The contract ceiling for 8(a) sole-source manufacturing contracts.

90%

faster award process compared to competitive contracts, with direct awards typically processed within 90 days.

100%

Non-competitive awards - no bidding required for qualified 8(a) businesses.

8(a) Sole Source Eligibility

To be considered for a sole-source award, your business must first be certified as an 8(a) participant.

Standard Requirements

Be a small disadvantaged business.
Be at least 51% owned by a U.S. citizen who is socially and economically disadvantaged.
Have a personal net worth of less than $850,000.

Sole Source Criteria

The contract must be awarded at a fair market price.
The total value must be below the contract ceilings ($4.5M or $7M for manufacturing) unless it is an entity-owned firm.

Latest 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) Contracts

Recent contract opportunities in the 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) set-aside program.

Integrated Operational Support Services

DOT 8(a) sole source contract for FHWA operational and professional support services.

SOL:N/A

Posted Aug 25

NAICS: 541990

Kaiva Corporation

Department of State 8(a) sole source personnel contract awarded to Kaiva Corporation.

PCI

Department of State 8(a) sole source forecast for PCI personnel under NAICS 561110.

HunaTek

Department of State 8(a) sole source personnel contract under NAICS code 561110.

Management Systems International

Department of State 8(a) sole source forecast for administrative management consulting services.

PRM Executive Assistant FO

Credence provides two Executive Assistant contractors for Department of State administrative support services.

Haiti Gang Suppression Force (GSF) Medical Support

Department of State 8(a) sole source contract for Haiti medical evacuation and support.

Haiti Gang Suppression Force (GSF) Freight Forwarding Support

Department of State 8(a) sole source freight forwarding support for Haiti Gang Suppression Force.

PRM Analyst Support

Credence provides 8(a) sole source PRM analyst support for Department of State programs.

Haitian National Police (HNP) Ammunition

Department of State 8(a) sole source procurement for Haitian National Police live ammunition.

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CLEATUS FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

A sole-source contract is an award given to a business without going through a competitive bidding process. This is an exception to the normal competitive bidding rules in government contracting.

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