Prime Contract

A contract awarded directly by the Federal government.

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.
Affiliated Group
When two or more...
NAICS
NAICS codes are common...
Cash Flow Test
Part of the CET that determines if...
Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) Contract
A type of contract designed to...
GPM%
The measure of every sales dollar left...
Companion File
When an applicant has another application filed...
Small Disadvantaged Business Concern
A small business concern that...
Best and Final Offer
For negotiated procurements...
Income Statement
Shows the entity’s income and...
Normal Annual Sales
Those sales that would have...
Certified 8(a) Firm
A firm owned and operated by socially and...
Depreciation
A non-cash operating expense that...
Business Activity
The business (or loss) activity of...
Injury Period
The time period during...
Primary Activity
The major business activity of...

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