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Joint ventures built for set-aside pursuits.

A joint venture with a qualified small business can let a larger firm compete for set-aside work it could not pursue alone, while the small business gains capacity and past performance.

How it works

Under SBA rules, a joint venture can qualify for a set-aside when the small-business partner meets that program's requirements and the JV agreement meets SBA's content rules. SBA's mentor-protégé program also lets a protégé form a joint venture with its approved mentor and still compete as small.

SIS brings veteran and minority ownership, self-performing crews and Corps prime experience to a partnership.

Arrangements we pursue

Joint ventures for small-business set-aside MATOCs and IDIQs
Teaming on unrestricted pursuits where small-business participation scores
SBA mentor-protégé agreements with established heavy civil or federal building primes
Clear work-share and self-performance plans that hold up to SBA review

Compliance

Getting a joint venture right

SBA rules on joint ventures for set-asides are specific: the JV agreement must address required topics, the managing partner and work share must meet program rules, and the JV must be registered properly before award. Mistakes can cost an award in a size or status protest. We recommend involving counsel experienced in government contracts as soon as a JV is likely.

SIS brings self-performing crews, Corps prime experience and veteran and minority ownership to a partnership, and is open to mentor-protégé relationships with established heavy civil and federal building firms.

Frequently asked questions

Can a large business joint venture with a small business on a set-aside?

Under SBA rules, a joint venture can qualify for certain set-asides when the small-business partner meets the program requirements and the JV agreement complies with SBA regulations, including through an approved mentor-protégé relationship. Confirm requirements for each procurement with counsel.

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