GAO: 8(a) Sole-Source Set-Aside Proper Notwithstanding Prior Intent
As a general rule, the SBA is prohibited from accepting a solicitation into the 8(a) Business Development Program if the procuring agency previously expressed publicly a clear intent to award the contract as a small business set-aside.
SOURCE: GAO: 8(a) Sole-Source Set-Aside Proper Notwithstanding Prior Intent