8a Streamlined Technology Acquisition Resources for Services (8a STARS)

Award Date 6/29/2002
Last Date To Order 11/30/2011
Shared Ceiling $15B
Contract Type
Master GWAC
Predecessor
Not listed

The 8(a) Streamlined Technology Acquisition Resources for Services (8(a) STARS) is a Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) designed to provide federal agencies with access to hardware, software, and related technology services through small, disadvantaged businesses. The vehicle offers integrated technology solutions across various domains, enabling agencies to procure comprehensive IT services efficiently. Specifically, the contract allows for delivery orders spanning a wide range of technology support activities, including information technology infrastructure, web services, systems development, network engineering, and technical consulting.

The task orders under this GWAC demonstrate a robust range of IT service procurement, with most orders falling between $100,000 and $10 million and typical performance periods of 12-24 months. Frequently appearing funding agencies include the Department of Agriculture, Department of Transportation, Department of Energy, and NASA. Most task orders utilize competitive 8(a) set-aside designations, highlighting the vehicle's commitment to supporting small disadvantaged businesses. Contractors like Aeec, LLC (a women-owned small business) appear multiple times, indicating repeated success in winning task orders. The task orders cover diverse scopes such as distance learning program support, web content management, network engineering, enterprise architecture support, and various technical consulting services, predominantly performed in locations like Washington D.C., Virginia, and other federal facility locations nationwide.

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