8a Certification

Helping you to avoid the perils and costly mistakes in the application process.

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Getting certified into the SBA 8(a) Program can be a tricky yet stressful process. Although you may in fact be eligible, how you fill out your application has a substantial impact on whether or not the SBA approves your application. Watson & Associates, LLC has earned a reputation as one of the most experience 8a application law firms in the country. We handle 8a certification issues on a daily basis. You can get our personal guidance on how to properly fill out narratives, assess your net worth and apply the law to the required business structure and ownership. See examples of recent representative government contracting cases.

Get professional help with 8a narratives

A critical part of the 8a certification process is to convince the SBA that you are socially and economically disadvantaged.  The narratives in your 8a application must show detailed events and circumstances. You must be able to show how those circumstances impacted you. In addition, you must know what types of supporting documentation to submit. Our lawyers and consultants can help you.

Learn how to avoid affiliation problems

The SBA checks carefully for any indication that your company is affiliated with another business. There are various ways that the SBA scrutinizes your 8a certification application. Affiliation in the commercial sense is not the same as going through the 8a application process. Let our attorney help you to overcome this commonly-missed part of your application.

Carefully analyze your business documents. Another common mistake during the 8a certification process occurs when you do not submit the proper business entity documentation. Our consultants will review operating agreements, decision making authority and other key aspects that the SBA looks into.

Get representation on appeal when the SBA denies your 8a application

A large number of 8a certification packages are denied. In this situation you want the representation of an experienced attorney to represent you on appeal. Watson & Associates’ government contracts attorneys have successfully challenged the SBA in the appeals process. We can also help you.

We help small businesses to navigate through the sometimes complex rules of federal procurement. The 8a Certification Program is no easier. Because of the nigh probability of abuse, the 8a certification program is heavily regulation by the SBA.

Get professional help after you are approved. The toughest task is to actually acquire a contract after you are admitted into the 8a Program. Our lawyers and consultants can introduce you to the teaming and joint venture practices.

Avoid 8a Program termination

Strict regulations govern the 8a Program. The SBA is taking a hard line to make sure that applicants are in compliance with the law. Failure to comply will cause an 8a termination action against you. This is where our lawyers can help We can represent you from the initial termination stage all the way to the appeals court in the event of an adverse decision.

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