8(a) Streamlined Technology Acquisition Resources for Services (STARS III)

General Services Administration (GSA)

Contract Vehicle: GWAC

STARS III is a government contract managed by GSA, offering federal agencies access to IT services from small businesses in the SBA 8(a) program. It streamlines procurement for a range of IT services, including program management, software development, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies, aiming to promote small business participation while meeting agencies’ IT needs.

STARS III serves as a streamlined procurement vehicle for federal agencies to acquire a wide range of IT services, including but not limited to:

• IT program management services
• Software development
• Systems design and integration
• IT help desk and support services
• Cybersecurity services
• Data management
• Cloud computing services
• Emerging technology services

Overall, STARS III facilitates the acquisition of IT services across the federal government, supporting agencies in meeting their mission objectives while promoting opportunities for small businesses to compete and grow in the federal marketplace.