Best and Final Offer

For negotiated procurements, a contractor's final offer following the conclusion of discussions.

Updated on
September 9, 2022
Published on
June 20, 2018
The 7(a) Loan Program, SBA’s most common loan program, includes assistance for each business with unique needs.
SBA 504 loans are very popular for long-term, fixed rate financing of up to $5 million for major fixed assets.
The average Microloan is about $13,000. The Microloans program provides loans up to $50,000 to small businesses.
SBA Glossary

Common SBA Terms

Everything you need to know about common terms used to discuss SBA Loans.
Phase 1
Process used to determine the...
Joint Venture
In the SBA Mentor-Protégé Program...
Contracting Officer
A person with the authority to...
Working Capital (WC)
The amount of current assets that...
Acquisition
The acquiring of supplies or...
Companion File
When an applicant has another application filed...
Best and Final Offer
For negotiated procurements...
Injury Period
The time period during...
Subsidiary
A company for which a majority of the...
Sole Proprietor
an individual who...
Prime Contract
A contract awarded directly...
Available Asset Test
Part of the CET that determines if an applicant(s) has...
Assets
The amount of current assets that is left...
Substantial Damage
This means uninsured or otherwise uncompensated...
Days Payable
A measure of the average time a...

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