The award-winning Bowie BIC 8(a) Accelerator is a seven-week initiative developed in collaboration with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) with some funding from Capital One, EZGovOpps and PilieroMazza PLLC to give 8(a) companies the edge they need to win more government contracts.

The next 8(a) Accelerator Program runs October through December 2021:

• 7 Weekly Half-Day Sessions Online

Learn how to maximize 8(a) contracting success through:

• Coaching on the development of your capture strategy

• Access to successful 8(a) business leaders serving as speakers and business resources during each training session

• One-on-one mentoring with successful 8(a) business executives

• Strategies to develop and expand your own network of teaming partners, advisors, and industry experts

Additional Benefits

Companies accepted into 8(a) Accelerator also receive:

• Training and complimentary access to the EZGovOpps Market Intelligence tool

• Access to U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Business Opportunity Specialists (BOS)

• Access to legal resources for contractors through PilieroMazza PLLC

• Online 8(a) Accelerator Desk Guide with resource materials from the program

Participant Requirements

• Company is currently participating in SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program

• Company has two or more employees, including the owner

• Company has annual revenues of less than $1 million