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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. Aspiring 8a Articles are designed to focus on the advantages a firm can realize by pursuing the SBA’s 8a Certification. While our articles highlight different aspects of the certification process, 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 Aspiring 8a Expert, Todd Luttenegger. From there, Todd can help answer any questions your firm may have concerning the 8a Certification process. Ask an Expert

Reverse the Trend – Identify Your Government Niche, Expand Your Business

Small firms are increasingly finding it difficult to hire enough staff to do the job that is currently available. As a result, from 19,000 firms a few years ago to 14,000 firms today, there are fewer.... View More

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by Robin James
Friday, November 24th 2023

Is the Decision on Your 8(a) Application Pending?

Your 8(a) application may be delayed in certain circumstances due to a variety of reasons. Industry experts like ez8a and Advance 8a support applicants with 8(a) Emergency Services Assist particularly with.... View More

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by Robin James
Thursday, November 16th 2023

8(a) Firms’ Average Sales by State for FY2022

Around 5,900 8(a) certified businesses are located in the United States, according to the Small Business Administration. Virginia, Maryland and DC are where 38% of these small.... View More

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by Mark Ryan
Thursday, November 9th 2023

Pay Close Attention to These Details of the 8(a) Certification Application

The 8(a) Certification can multiply a firm's current revenue, making it extremely valuable for a small business. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to all of the details the.... View More

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by Todd Luttenegger
Thursday, November 2nd 2023

What is a ‘Federal Contracting Bridge’?

Less than 1% of US businesses engage in federal contracting. So, entering the federal marketplace is “going against business trends” in many regards. With that said the Federal Government.... View More

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by Robin James
Thursday, October 26th 2023

Common GSA Misconceptions

There are many misconceptions that keep firms from seeking the federal sales they could obtain by having a GSA Schedule. I wanted to spend some time clearing up three of the.... View More

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by Todd Luttenegger
Thursday, October 19th 2023

Learn How an 8(a) Certification can be Your Next Long-Term Income Source

The truth is that companies with (federal) certifications are given preference over those without certifications. This preference may be used to take advantage of contracting possibilities with.... View More

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by Mark Ryan
Thursday, October 12th 2023

8(a) Application Portal Reopens

The following statement was made public on Friday, September 29 by U.S. Small Business Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman regarding the reopening of the 8(a) Business Development Program.... View More

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by Todd Luttenegger
Thursday, October 5th 2023

SBA has Opened the 8(a) Application Again to New Applicants

According to SBA, the 8(a) Business Development Program is again open to new applicants as of September 29, 2023. In order to help applicants identify social disadvantage, SBA has.... View More

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by Todd Luttenegger
Thursday, September 28th 2023

Take Action – Creating and Completing a Social Disadvantage Narrative

The SBA is asking all 8(a) participants whose program eligibility is dependent on one or more people who relied on the presumption of social disadvantage to show their specific social disadvantage.... View More

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