8(a) Market Intelligence: GSA Schedule Growth Trends (2020-2025)

8(a) Market Intelligence: GSA Schedule Growth Trends (2020-2025)

By: Admin | Date: 2026-03-02

As the current administration continues to prioritize the GSA Schedule system for small business participation, we have completed an analysis of 8(a) sales performance over the last five years.

The data reveals a significant shift in federal procurement: 8(a) sales through GSA Schedules have grown by 197% since 2020. However, the most vital takeaway for 8(a) participants is not just the total growth, but the specific industries where demand is outstripping new competition.

R

8a

2025

2020

Growth

1

Security and Protection

81,492,741

16,312,536

400%

2

Facilities & Construction

196,520,381

41,727,870

371%

3

Transportation and Logistics Services

48,668,687

14,650,814

232%

4

IT

1,697,416,317

512,734,692

231%

5

Human Capital

144,284,807

45,183,522

219%

6

Professional Services

549,580,588

233,409,324

135%

7

Textiles

11,408,473

6,726,515

70%

8

Industrial Products and Services

57,457,750

47,070,741

22%

9

Office Management

25,898,876

29,794,461

-13%

10

Travel and Lodging

-  

36,640

-100%

 

Totals

2,812,728,620

947,647,115

197%

 

Key Market Observations

The highest growth rates are currently found in Security and Protection and Facilities & Construction. Notably, these sectors have seen a limited number of new 8(a) entrants onto the GSA Schedule. This creates a "first mover" advantage for firms capable of navigating the requirements, as they are currently benefiting from increased agency spend with fewer competitors.

While Information Technology (IT) remains the largest market by volume at $1.69 billion, the rapid rise in Human Capital and Logistics suggests a broader diversification of agency needs.

Strategy Assessment

If your firm is considering the GSA Schedule as a primary growth vehicle, reviewing these trends against your specific NAICS codes is a recommended next step.

We are available to provide a more granular look at these figures or to discuss how your firm aligns with current agency spending patterns. Please let us know if you would like to schedule a brief technical review.

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