Subcontracting

One of the goals of the 8(a) program is to allow non-8(a) contractors to expand their scope of services. Therefore, the 8(a) contractor is permitted, with approval of the SBA, to subcontract a portion of this work to other qualified firms. While subcontracting is restricted to maintain the integrity of the program as an opportunity for disadvantaged businesses, subcontracting limits can be as high as 85 percent, depending on the industry. Contractors develop valuable relationships, while the client benefits from a qualified, experienced, well-rounded team.

Benefit to Government Customers

• Speed of Process
• Contracts let in 48 Hours
• Team involvement in SOW Development
• Exacting Products & Services
• Flexibility to negotiate Cost Openly
• Contract can reflect customers budget requirements
• Contractor can direct the sub-contractor
• Meets the small-disadvantage requirement

Benefit To Our Vendor Partners

• Speed of process and flexibility
• Contracts awarded before competitive process begins
• Limits cost of securing opportunity
• Reduces risks of investment for development opportunity
• Non protest-able award
• Allow the “Team” to preserve margin
• Allows Prime the ability to meet the small business requirements

Important Links for Texas Based Subcontractors

• Search the South Central Texas Regional Certification Agency (SCTRCA) website at www.sctrca.org and/or contact Small Business Office within CIMS
• American Subcontractor Association
• Women In Construction
• Association General Contractors
• Hispanic Contractors de San Antonio
• Minority Association of Contractors and Businesses
• MBDA Business Center UTSA - Institute for Economic Development