What is a set-aside contract?
A set-aside is a federal contract reserved for a defined group of businesses, so that only companies in that group compete. Categories include small business, 8(a), HUBZone, women-owned (WOSB) and service-disabled veteran-owned (SDVOSB). The purpose is to steer a share of federal spending to smaller and disadvantaged firms.
For a bidder, the set-aside changes who you are up against, which changes the price. AwardCast shows the set-aside on every solicitation and forecasts the closing price given that competitive field.
- The set-aside type on each live solicitation.
- A forecast price that reflects the reserved competition.
- Comparable awards under the same set-aside.
Frequently asked questions
What are the main set-aside types?
Total small business, 8(a), HUBZone, women-owned (WOSB) and service-disabled veteran-owned (SDVOSB) are the most common. Each reserves work for that category.
How do set-asides affect the winning price?
They change who competes, which changes the price. A reserved pool can mean fewer or different competitors than open competition.
How do I know if a solicitation is set aside?
It is stated on the notice. AwardCast surfaces the set-aside on each solicitation it forecasts.
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