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Did you know that SBA has a Government Surplus Property Program?  It is one of the lesser known benefits of being an 8(a) participant.  The Surplus Property Program allows 8(a) businesses to obtain excess equipment from the government.  As long as the 8(a) business is eligible and in good standing with SBA they are eligible to receive the Federal Government Property from State Agencies for Surplus Property (SASPs).  Every state has its own State Surplus Property Agency.  The property that you can receive has been donated by Federal agencies that no longer need the item. Eligibility In order to receive the donated equipment an 8(a) business must meet the following conditions: You are an eligible 8(a) firm in good standing. Your business cannot be on the debarred, suspended, or declared ineligible listing Cannot be pending any 8(a) program suspension, termination or early graduation proceedings; and The equipment must be something that would normally be used in your business. If you meet the above eligibility