8(a) Sole-Source Contract Process

TAMARACK Technologies, Inc is a participant in the SBA 8(a) program. Federal law allows agencies to award sole source contracts to the SBA on behalf of an eligible 8(a) firm of their choice. No competition is necessary. Service contracts can be awarded up to $4,500,000.


Advantages to 8(a) Directed Sole-Source Awards:

  • Streamlined acquisition process
  • Selection of contractor of choice
  • Support agency’s achievement of 8(a) contracting goals
  • Expedited process – can be completed in two weeks

 

How to Award a Direct 8(a) Sole Source Contract to TAMARACK Technologies:

  • The Government PM develops a Statement of Work and identifies and secures funding
  • The Government PM selects TAMARACK to perform the work and coordinates with Agency Contracting Officer
  • The Contracting Officer prepares an Offer Letter for submission to the SBA Richmond District Office. 
  • The SBA Richmond District office must respond within 5 days, confirming TAMARACK’s eligibility for 8(a) award and authorizing the Agency to conduct negotiations.
  • The Contracting Officer sends TAMARACK the SOW and Request for Proposal.
  • TAMARACK submits technical and cost proposals to the Contracting Officer for evaluation.
  • The Contracting Officer conducts negotiations with TAMARACK.
  • Upon completion of negotiations, the Contracting Officer prepares a contract award document and transmits it to TAMARACK Technologies for signature.
  • Upon receipt of the fully executed contract, the period of performance can begin based on the date stated in the contract.
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