The SBA's 8 (a) Business Development Program aims to direct federal contracting dollars to socially and economically disadvantaged small businesses as well as provide technical support and other help.

The SBA’s 8 (a) initiative is a robust nine-year program created to help firms owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.

The SBA’s latest action builds on Administrator Loeffler’s earlier mandate, issued in July, ordering a comprehensive audit of the 8 (a) Program.

The Small Business Administration is also auditing the government's entire 8(a) contracting program, which could impact the broader GovCon ecosystem.

The SBA earlier this week announced plans to audit its 8 (a) program, planning to examine contract awards retroactively over a 15-year period.

S&K Security Group, LLC, a Native American owned company, has achieved 8(a) Certification within the SBA's 8(a) Small Business Development Program.

The 8 (a) Graduate of the Year Award honors a small business owner who has successfully completed the program and demonstrated sustained growth, innovation, and a commitment to community impact.