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Mentor-Protégé

Program pairing experienced contractors with small businesses.

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Mentor-Protégé Program pairing experienced contractors with small businesses.

SBA Mentor-Protégé

Definition

Mentor-Protégé programs pair experienced contractors (mentors) with small businesses (protégés) to develop capabilities. The SBA All Small Mentor-Protégé Program allows joint ventures where the protégé maintains small business status despite the mentor's size. Benefits include shared past performance.

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SBA Mentor-Protégé

Related Terms

  • 8(a) Program

    SBA business development program for disadvantaged small businesses.

  • Joint Venture

    Partnership between companies for specific contracting opportunities.

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