8(a), SDB, SDVOSB
SBA 8(a) STARS III
Contract Number: 47QTCB21D0104
Contract Vehicle(s): 8(a) STARS III
DUNS: 010488560 | CAGE: 6PM99 | TAX ID: 45-4024482 |
Program Manager: Kendall Brown (VP) | Phone: (520) 249-6422
Contract Email: STARS3@orsatechnologies.com
Introduction to 8(a) STARS III
8(a) STARS III is a multiple-award indefinite-delivery/ indefinite-quantity (MA-ID/IQ) contract designed to provide federal agencies with innovative information technology services-based solutions from award-winning 8(a) small businesses. Using 8(a) STARS III will enable you to access 8(a) firms through an established contract vehicle instead of traditional open-market methods – saving time and taxpayer money.
Contract Scope
The scope of the 8(a) STARS III Governmentwide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) is centered on North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code 541512, but may include other NAICS codes that are predominately IT services. These may include, but are not limited to, 541511, 541513, 541519, and 518210. The contract offers IT services ranging from simple to complex and services-based solutions such as IT help-desk support, information assurance, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and more.
In addition to the general IT services scope, 8(a) STARS III includes two focused scope sub-areas: Emerging Technologies (ET) and OCONUS Place of Performance. 8(a) STARS III prime contractors in the ET scope sub-area have experience providing evolving state-of-the-art emerging technologies such as technological convergence, robotic process automation, autonomic computing, and more. Prime contractors in the OCONUS scope sub-area have experience providing IT services in an Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) location.
See the other page of this publication for 8(a) STARS III’s features and benefits.
Ordering Information
Before issuing task orders against 8(a) STARS III, Contracting Officers (COs) must complete training on the use of the 8(a) STARS III contract and obtain a written Delegation of Procurement Authority (DPA) from the GSA 8(a) STARS III CO. Training is offered at no cost via:
- Self-paced online courses
- On-site training conferences and events
- Web or audio conferences
Features and Benefits of 8(a) STARS III
| Features | Benefits |
|---|---|
| $50 billion program ceiling and five-year base period with one three-year option | Allows for long-term planning of large-scale program requirements |
| Sole-source task orders up to the 8(a) competitive threshold | Enhances opportunities for 8(a) firms |
| Contract types include fixed-price, labor-hour, and time-and- material terms | Offers flexibility of contract types to mitigate risk |
| Two focused scope sub-areas | Offers access to contractors with demonstrated experience in either emerging technology or performance in an OCONUS location |
| Ancillary services and/or equipment are permitted when integral and necessary to the IT services-based solution | Facilitates integrated IT services-based solutions |
| Pre-competed, easy-to-use contract with streamlined ordering procedures based on FAR 16.505 | Saves time and money by reducing procurement lead time |
| Complimentary scope compatibility reviews | Promotes contract compliance and reduces risk of adverse audits |
| No protests on orders under $10 million, except on the grounds that the order increases the scope, period, or maximum value of the GWAC | Minimizes protest risk and supports timely order award for optimal mission support |
Contractor Information
| H | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Contract: | 47QTCB21D0104 | Socio-Economic: | Small business Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small business SBA Certified Small Disadvantaged business SBA Certified 8(a) Firm Contractor not found on the Excluded Parties List System |
| Contractor: | ORSA TECHNOLOGIES, LLC | ||
| Address: | 15035 N 75TH ST SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260-2458 | ||
| Phone: | (520) 249-6422 | ||
| E-Mail: | kendall.brown@orsatechnologies.com | ||
| Web Address: | http://WWW.ORSA.co | ||
| DUNS: | 010488560 | ||
| NAICS: | 541512 | ||
| CAGE: | 6PM99 |
| Source | Title | Contract Number | Contractor T&Cs /Pricelist | Current Option Period End Date | Ultimate Contract End Date | Category | View Catalog |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8ASTARS3 | 8(a) Streamlined Technology Acquisition Resource for Services (STARS) III | 47QTCB21D0104 | July 1, 2026 | STARS3 STARS3 ET STARS3 OCONUS |
GSA eTools
GSA’s eBuy is an online request for information (RFI) and request for proposal (RFP) tool for GWAC stakeholders. www.gsa.gov/ebuy
GSA eLibrary is the online source for the latest contract
award information for GWACs. www.gsa.gov/elibrary
The GWAC Dashboard is an interactive tool that allows GWAC stakeholders to view and segment GWAC task order award information to make better business decisions. www.gsa.gov/gwacdashboards
Best-in-Class
As a Best-in-Class contract, 8(a) STARS III is designated by the Office of Management and Budget as a preferred governmentwide solution.
For More Information
Visit www.gsa.gov/stars3 for the most current information on 8(a) STARS III.
You can also contact our IT Customer Service Center at 855-ITaid4U (855-482-4348) or ITCSC@gsa.gov. The phone line is open each week from Sunday at 9 p.m. to Friday at 8:30 p.m. (ET).