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Government Set-Asides: 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB and HUBZone Explained

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What set-asides are

The federal government reserves a percentage of contract dollars for small business categories. 8(a) firms, SDVOSB, WOSB and HUBZone businesses compete only against each other on set-aside solicitations — dramatically improving win odds.

Why they are your best entry point

Set-aside solicitations are far less competitive than full-and-open ones. For a small company's first federal win, a set-aside opportunity you see early is worth more than any marketing effort.

How to filter for them

The fastest way to benefit: a contract radar that flags set-aside status on every opportunity and filters to your NAICS codes — so you only see the solicitations you can actually win.

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