SBA 8a Certification & 8a Application Service

Government Contract Attorneys Focusing on 8a Program Results Call our Experts Today Toll Free at 1-866-601-5518 Many small businesses seek their SBA 8a certification for advantages in acquiring government contracts. However, when filling out your 8a application, many applicants find the process to be cumbersome and confusing. In other situations, you have submitted your certification package only to find out that your application was denied. You may be currently considering a request for reconsideration.  The government contract consultants at Watson & Associates can help. Our SBA 8a Certification services include: Full application and narrative drafting Business entity review and consulting Social & Economic Disadvantage Narrative assistance Review of 8a certification packages Request for reconsideration to the SBA 8a application denials and appeals SBA 8a terminations and appeals   Increase Probability of SBA Approval The government contract consultants at Watson & Associates help small disadvantaged business prepare their SBA 8a application and litigate issues such as 8a terminations and appeals. Our services also extend to performance and compliance matters, litigation and claims representation. In addition to traditional 8a law, Our attorneys also are experienced in Native American 8a contracts and the unique rules that apply. After approval, we also assist contractors that are pursuing sole source awards. As federal small business contract attorneys, we do more than just fill out forms. We offer comprehensive and thorough services that focus on improving the probability of SBA approval. This includes conducting legal research where the court has looked at other 8a applicant in your shoes. Our consultants help you to: Write thorough and convincing narratives Review your corporate configuration and supporting documents Analyze your ability to be successful in the 8a Program Have a complete package for submission Respond for additional clarification from the SBA Appeal application denial from the SBA Appeal 8a terminations and Request for Reconcideration   Gain Solid Government Contract Experience Our team has successfully counseled numerous 8a firms across the country on how to successfully submit a complete 8a certification package. Our law firm has also successfully represented clients before the SBA and appeal forums when the government/ SBA act contrary to law. This includes 8a terminations, reconsideration and denial of 8a application. Compared to our competition, Watson & Associates does more than fill out forms. Our meticulous approach and years of experience in federal small business programs sets the bar for other SBA 8a certifications services. Our experience in government contract law and actually working in federal contracting activities also puts us ahead of our competition. We stay on top of legislative developments and statistical data concerning the 8a program. Flat Rates and Free Initial Consultation As government contract consults, we understand the importance of quality work. Our approach is similar to the government’s approach for contract award – best value is the criteria for award and not lowest price. Watson’s law firm focuses on quality and conducting in-depth homework when preparing your SBA 8a application. We probably are not the lowest bidder. However, our value added beats the competition hands down. Free initial consultation Flat rates Live discussion and interaction Case law review Overall review of corporate documents We have successfully helped small businesses through the application process and the ability to enjoy benefits such as: Exclusive Set-Aside Contracts Sole Source awards Native American 8a Procurements Teaming & Joint Venture preferences Acquiring additional business revenues   Nationwide 8a Certification Services Federal law allows our government contract attorneys and consultants to provide 8a certification services to business throughout the United States including Denver, Colorado, Wyoming, Washington State, California, Maryland, New Mexico, Kansas and Nebraska, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Illinois, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Arkansas, Colorado Springs, Utah, Oklahoma, Ohio, Maine, Florida, Texas, Nevada, Maryland, Louisiana, Las Vegas, Georgia, Hawaii, Alaska, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Florida, Indiana, Washington State, Mississippi, California, Tennessee, Tampa, Miami, Virgin Islands, Rhode Island, Vermont, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Missouri, Virginia, Delaware, Connecticut, Arizona, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Montana.   What are the requirements for your 8a Certification? When you decide to fill out your 8a application, you must meet the basic statutory requirements that include: The business must be at least 50% owned and controlled by a socially and economically disadvantaged individual(s). Certain national origins such as African Americans, Hispanic, Asian Pacific Americans, Subcontinent Asian Americans, and Native American are presumed to be disadvantaged Other national origin can also be admitted into the program if they can demonstrate through a preponderance (51%) of the evidence that they are socially and economically disadvantaged because of race, gender, handicap, or by residing in an environment isolated from mainstream America. The disadvantaged member’s net worth must be less than $250,000, excluding the equity in their primary residence or business. The small business entity must be operating for 2 full years You must meet the applicable NAICS Size Standards for small business concerns Additional 8a Services After the SBA approves your 8a certification, the hard part begins – getting federal contracts. As government contract consultants, Watson successfully represents contractors with bid proposals, bid protests, successful marketing strategies and build teaming and joint venture relationships. 8a terminations and Appeals: Sometimes the SBA attempts to terminate participants from the 8a Program. If you find yourself in this situation, call us immediately. Never attempt to take on an 8a termination by yourself. It can be disastrous and the time limits are short. Our lawyers have successfully challenged this SBA in legal proceedings for terminations. Contact us today for prompt assistance For a free initial consultation, contact our 8a certification services experts at 720.941.7200 or 1-866-601-5518. 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