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Guide · 8 min

SBA 8(a) application guide: what to prepare and what reviewers look for

The 8(a) program gives certified firms access to sole-source federal contracts up to $4.5M and competitive set-asides for nine years — but …

· Mario Bailey

Guide

Guide · 7 min

SBA Mentor-Protege Program: how to find a mentor and what you actually get

The SBA All Small Mentor-Protege Program lets any size-standard-eligible small business form a joint venture with a large company to compete for …

· Mario Bailey

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