STARS III
An 8(a) GWAC providing federal agencies with customized IT services and solutions from 8(a)-certified small businesses.
Overview
STARS III (8(a) Streamlined Technology Acquisition Resources for Services) is a governmentwide acquisition contract (GWAC) administered by GSA that provides federal agencies access to IT services and solutions from 8(a)-certified small businesses. It is a successor to STARS II and supports the government's small business contracting goals while delivering technology capabilities across agencies.
Why It Matters in GovCon
STARS III is the premier IT vehicle for 8(a) firms, offering access to task order competitions across all federal agencies. For 8(a)-certified businesses, holding a STARS III position is a significant competitive advantage, providing a governmentwide platform to build past performance and revenue.
Key Details
- Eligibility: Only SBA-certified 8(a) small businesses can hold STARS III contracts.
- Scope: Covers a comprehensive range of IT services including cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and IT management.
- GWAC: Designated as a Best-in-Class vehicle, encouraging agencies to use it for IT acquisitions.
- Constellations: Organized into technology-focused groupings to match contractor capabilities with agency needs.
- Task Orders: Individual requirements are competed among qualified STARS III holders.
How GovCon Data Can Help
GovCon Data tracks STARS III task order opportunities, helping 8(a) firms identify and pursue relevant IT solicitations across federal agencies.
Related Terms
- 8(a) Business Development Program
- Governmentwide Acquisition Contract (GWAC)
- Best-in-Class (BIC)
- Alliant 2
More Contracts Terms
A simplified method of filling anticipated repetitive needs for supplies or services by establishing charge accounts with qualified vendors.
A numbered item in a contract that identifies a specific deliverable, service, or unit of work along with its quantity and price.
A contract type where the government reimburses the contractor for allowable costs plus a predetermined fixed fee representing profit.
An order placed against an existing contract for the delivery of supplies or materials.
A contract type where the price is set at award and does not change regardless of the contractor's actual costs, placing maximum risk on the contractor.
Long-term government-wide contracts with commercial firms that provide federal agencies access to products and services at pre-negotiated prices.
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