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 sales, adding around $1 Million per year in new revenue.

Holding a GSA Schedule tells federal buyers your company is pre-vetted, price-disciplined, and capable—instantly elevating your credibility beyond the “small business” label.

The Results Speak for Themselves

Here’s how 8(a) firms perform with and without a GSA Schedule across industries:

Federal Buyers Are Shifting

More agencies are channeling purchases through GSA Schedule contracts—simplifying procurement and rewarding pre-approved vendors.

That means the traditional 2.5x advantage for GSA-holding 8(a) firms could soon reach 3x or more as GSA becomes the preferred buying method across federal programs.

Timing Is Everything

Obtaining a GSA Schedule typically takes six months, and in federal contracting, time kills deals. Don’t lose opportunities simply because your firm isn’t GSA-ready yet.

The Smartest Strategy

Apply for your GSA Schedule and 8(a) Certification at the same time.

This synchronized approach maximizes your nine-year 8(a) window and positions your firm for exponential growth from day one.

Ready to Grow Your 8(a) Firm?

I always recommend contacting an industry expert such as ez8a or Advance GSA when you want to get things done the right way towards a brighter future, or any future, in future procurement. Let them review your eligibility and create a plan to fast-track your GSA Schedule (and/or 8(a)) approval. Neither charge for an initial consultation.