Government agencies reserve contracts for small businesses that are certified in SBA’s contracting programs.

The 8(a) Program is to help provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people or entities, the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the 8(a) Business Development program. This is a 4-part weekly series starting May 12th that will take you through the preparation for and the actual application process. To attend the webinars in the 4-part series a $50 fee covers the 4 sessions in the series.

SBA 8(a) Business Development Program Dates and Topics:

(You will receive the links for each session the evening before the session) 

Session 1, September 1, 10 am-12 pm – Getting Ready to Apply. Preparations and the Document Checklist

Session 2, September 8, 10 am-12 pm – Application Modules – a deep dive into the application – Basic Eligibility, Business Ownership, Control

Session 3, September 15, 10 am-12 pm – Application Modules – more diving – Potential for Success, Contributors, Non-Disadvantaged Individuals, Spouses of Disadvantaged Individuals, Disadvantaged Individuals

Session 4, September 22, 10 am-12 pm – Final Steps – Submitting the application, Tips, Your Q&A, Now What?

Each session is designed to take you through the preparation for and the actual application process. You will receive one-on-one assistance from our SBA Certified Business Opportunist Specialist through the Q & A.