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SBA Government Contracting & Procurement Flashcards

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  1. What does SDVOSB stand for in the context of federal contracting?

    Answer: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business

    SDVOSB stands for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, a program that provides contracting preferences for veteran entrepreneurs with service-connected disabilities.

  2. What percentage of HUBZone-certified firm employees must reside in a HUBZone area?

    Answer: 35%

    At least 35% of a HUBZone-certified firm's employees must reside in a HUBZone area to maintain eligibility.

  3. What is a subcontracting plan required for in federal contracting?

    Answer: Large prime contractors to commit to subcontracting opportunities to small businesses

    Large prime contractors on contracts exceeding certain thresholds are required to submit subcontracting plans committing to award a portion of work to small businesses.

  4. What is the role of the Procurement Center Representative (PCR) in SBA government contracting?

    Answer: Advocate for small business set-asides at federal agencies

    SBA Procurement Center Representatives (PCRs) are assigned to federal agencies and advocate for maximizing small business contracting opportunities.

  5. Under the SBA's mentor-protégé program, what is the primary benefit to the protégé firm?

    Answer: Business development assistance and joint venture eligibility

    Protégé firms in the SBA mentor-protégé program receive business development assistance and can form joint ventures with their mentor to compete for contracts.

  6. What is the 'Rule of Two' in federal small business contracting?

    Answer: Contracting officers must set aside a contract if two or more small businesses can compete

    The Rule of Two requires contracting officers to set aside a procurement for small businesses if there is a reasonable expectation that at least two small businesses will submit competitive offers.

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