What does an SBLO do?

The Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) is the contractor’s representative responsible for implementing and monitoring the subcontracting program for the contractor.

What is a small business liaison officer?

A Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) usually works for a large government contractor. The SBLO plays the critical role of helping small businesses successfully win subcontracts. These small subcontractors must comply with the same burdensome regulations the big companies must follow.

Is DBE the same as SDB?

Section 8(a) of the Small Business Act authorizes the 8(a) Program; Section 8(d) of the Small Business Act, the SDB program; and various transportation statutes, the DBE program. All 8(a) firms qualify as SDBs.

What is the difference between an ISR and SSR?

The SSR is a fiscal year summary of Federal subcontracting activity reported by agency. ISRs are reports documenting subcontracting activity for the life of a contract.

What is ISR and SSR?

Individual Subcontract Reports (ISR): The ISR area allows you to file a new and review existing ISR’s. Summary Subcontract Reports (SSR): The SSR area allows you to file a new and review existing SSR’s.

Can you own more than one Sdvosb?

A service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) is a small business that is 51% unconditionally owned and controlled by a service-disabled veteran. Notably, the the government currently runs two separate SDVOSB programs: one operating under the SBA’s regulations; the other under the VA’s regulations.

What is the difference between 8a and small business?

Program overview The 8(a) program is a robust nine-year program created to help firms owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. Small business development is accomplished by providing various forms of management, technical, financial, and procurement assistance.

What is an 8A certification?

8 (a) certification essentially means that your company is a participant in the SBA’s 8a Certified Business Program. The Government 8a Program is a nine-year program that allows certain qualified companies to have access to what is considered the fast-track to small business federal contract dollars.

What are the requirements for the small business 8a program?

All individuals upon whom small business 8a program eligibility requirements are based must be U.S. citizens. You must be the unconditional majority business owner. Outside business interests are strictly limited. You must work full-time in your business.

How long does the 8a program last?

Once your business certification for the 8a Program completes, you can enjoy 8a Program benefits for nine years. However, you still need to confirm your disadvantaged status each year. Can my SBA 8a application be denied?

What is the SBA government 8a program?

The Government 8a Program is a nine-year program that allows certain qualified companies to have access to what is considered the fast-track to small business federal contract dollars. SBA certification carries tremendous statutory power. The ability to obtain sole-source contracts is paramount. The SBA oversees your progress in the program.