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What is a Set-Aside Contract?

A set-aside contract is a federal contract reserved for specific business types: small businesses, veteran-owned, women-owned, or disadvantaged businesses. Larger companies cannot bid on set-aside contracts, giving eligible small businesses a competitive advantage.

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