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

The 8(a) Streamlined Technology Acquisition Resources for Services (8(a) STARS II) is a General Services Administration (GSA) Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) designed to provide custom computer programming services and information technology solutions to federal agencies. As a multiple-award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract, the vehicle is specifically targeted at 8(a) small businesses, enabling them to compete for and deliver technology services across the federal government. The contract vehicle's shared ceiling is $10 billion, with an original award date of February 3, 2009, and was last available to order until August 30, 2021.

Task orders under this GWAC consistently demonstrate a broad range of information technology services, including cybersecurity, software development, system administration, cloud computing, and enterprise IT support. The delivery orders typically range from approximately $50,000 to $8.8 million, with performance periods generally spanning 9-10 months and concluding around June 30th of the contract year. Frequently winning prime contractors include small businesses such as Gama-1 Technologies, Metrostar Systems, Cherokee Nation Technologies, and Ibss. Common funding agencies include the Department of Agriculture, Department of Homeland Security, Department of the Interior, and Department of Health and Human Services. Set-aside designations vary, with a mix of 8(a) sole source, competitive 8(a), total small business, and unrestricted awards. Performance locations are predominantly in major metropolitan areas such as Washington D.C., Silver Spring, Maryland, and various regional government centers across the United States.