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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
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How to Make Federal AI Procurement “Love Your 8a”

A study was conducted in 2024 by our team, results showed that an 8(a) firm with a GSA Schedule gets about $1 Million per year in federal sales from the GSA Schedule. But when taking a closer look we found that.... View More
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8(a) Your Business Startup Factory

The 8(a) Certification can dramatically change the development of a small business. I have personally seen firms go from a single employee to a $10 Million+ concern in a 5-year period in some cases through.... View More
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The Structural Redesign of the 8(a) Program: Why "Status" is No Longer Enough

The landscape of federal contracting is undergoing a massive structural redesign in 2026, and the 8(a) Business Development Program is caught right in the crosshairs.... View More
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GSA + AI: The Procurement Game Has Changed

GSA Refresh 31 (Released in April) - GSA’s AI initiative was greatly anticipated which will help small businesses capture work previously dominated by large corporations. The system is.... View More
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SBA 8(a) Success: From $50K to Millions - Why Waiting Could Cost You Everything

The SBA 8(a) Business Development Program is a game-changer for small businesses. It opens the door to exclusive federal contracts, sole-source awards, and growth opportunities that can turn a modest operation into.... View More
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Tap Into 70% of the Federal Market with the Right Strategy

Are you a small business looking to tap into the vast federal market, but unsure where to start? Success in federal contracting requires a combination of factors including being in the.... View More
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A few years ago, I met a small business owner—let’s call her Maria—who ran a civil engineering firm out of rural Georgia. She was brilliant, had great clients, and was just trying.... View More
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71% Federal Win Rate - The Power of 8(a) + GSA Schedules

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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DoD Noncompetitive Contracts Hit Record Highs Despite White House Rhetoric: A Guide for Small Business

While Secretary Hegseth and President Trump demand open competition, the actual data prove the Pentagon is increasingly turning to sole-source awards. Here is how your small business can capitalize.... View More
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5% Federal Contracting Set-Aside: Why 8(a) Certification is a Game Changer

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