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8a Magazine’s content is provided by the federal and state certification and contracting industry experts of ez8a, Advance GSA, Government Marketing, Advance 8a and Fedvital, as well as guest contributors that are at the top of their field. Active 8a Articles are designed to focus on the advantages a firm has after becoming 8a Certified by the SBA. While our articles highlight ways to utilize your 8a Certification, as well as stay in compliance with the SBA, further exploration of the subject matter or even issues that we have yet to discuss (or haven’t discussed in a while) may be at the top of your mind. Click ‘Ask An Expert’ to send a note directly to our resident Active 8a Expert, Mark Ryan. From there, Mark can help answer any questions your firm may have concerning how to make your 8a Certification work for you. Ask an Expert
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Success in Federal Contracts for Women-Owned Businesses: 8(a) & GSA Schedule Benefits

Women-Owned small businesses (WOSBs) continue to make significant strides in the business world, with over 12 Million WOSBs operating in the United States. Despite this growth, these businesses still.... View More
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Unlock Federal Success: GSA Schedule is Your Storefront

Discover how a GSA Schedule can become your federal storefront, unlocking new opportunities for working with the government. Let's explore the significance of having a GSA Schedule and why..... View More
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Understanding the GSA and GSA Contracts: Your Federal Procurement Advantage

Navigating the complex world of government procurement may be difficult, particularly for companies looking to take advantage of the vast potential presented by federal contracts. One of the primary.... View More
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$12 Billion in GSA Schedule Sales Came from Outside the Beltway

The GSA Schedule market is often associated with Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland. But the data tells a different story: companies located outside the Beltway generated more than.... View More
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The Forced Funnel: How Workforce Cuts Made the GSA Schedule a Barrier to Entry

In early 2025, the current administration took various steps to reduce the federal civilian workforce, which stood at roughly 2.4 million employees. Through a rapid-fire combination of the.... View More
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Unlocking Small Business Success: Why the GSA Schedule Is Now 4x More Valuable

If you're a small business selling to the federal government, now is the time to pay attention — the GSA Schedule is rapidly becoming the most valuable tool in your federal contracting strategy.... View More
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7 Major GSA Areas vs 5 High Performing Niche Areas

7 Major GSA Schedule Areas - These are the tried and proven areas where firms typically do quite well on the GSA Schedule System. These are the workhorse categories.... View More
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Unlock 8(a) Growth with a GSA Schedule Advantage

Your 8(a) Time Clock Is Ticking. The SBA 8(a) Program lasts only nine years—and those years go fast. Every year and every opportunity matters. Why the GSA Schedule Matters. 8(a) firms that add a GSA Schedule Contract often more than double their annual.... View More
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Why 1,600 Firms Are Beating 4,000 Competitors for Federal Contracts

The 8(a) playbook that worked for 20 years is broken. Network with a contracting officer. Land a starter contract. Leverage past performance for more sole-source awards. Simple, and now.... View More
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SBA 8(a) Program and GSA Schedule: Why the Stack Matters

When examining how the SBA 8(a) Program and the GSA Schedule interact, one of the most revealing indicators is how much federal spending flows through 8(a) set-asides on the Schedule.... View More
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