GSA 8(a) Stars III

The 8(a) Streamlined Technology Acquisition Resource for Services (STARS) III Governmentwide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) – a/k/a “STARS III”, is a Multiple Award, Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (MA-IDIQ) contract to provide information technology (IT) services and IT services-based solutions which may include the integration of ancillary support which is necessary and integral to the IT services being acquired. STARS III Master Contract awards are reserved exclusively for qualifying Small Business Administration (SBA) certified 8(a) prime contractors with competitive prices.

8(a) STARS III Benefits

Allows for long-term planning of large-scale program requirements
Enhances opportunities for 8(a) firms
Offers flexibility of contract types to mitigate risk
Offers access to contractors with demonstrated experience in either emerging technology or performance in an OCONUS location
Facilitates integrated IT services-based solutions
Enables federal clients to earn small-disadvantaged business (SDB) credit
Saves time and money by reducing procurement lead time
Promotes contract compliance and reduces risk of adverse audits
Minimizes protest risk and supports timely order award for optimal mission support