Full and Open Competition

With respect to a contract action, "full and open" competition means that all responsible sources are permitted to compete.

Updated on
September 9, 2022
Published on
June 20, 2018
The 7(a) Loan Program, SBA’s most common loan program, includes assistance for each business with unique needs.
SBA 504 loans are very popular for long-term, fixed rate financing of up to $5 million for major fixed assets.
The average Microloan is about $13,000. The Microloans program provides loans up to $50,000 to small businesses.
SBA Glossary

Common SBA Terms

Everything you need to know about common terms used to discuss SBA Loans.
P&L (Profit and Loss Statement)
also considered as Income Statement or...
S-Corporation
A form of corporation, allowed by...
Certificate of Competency
A certificate issued by the Small Bus...
Prime Contract
A contract awarded directly...
Guarantor
The legal entity and...
Injury Period
The time period during...
Physical Loans
Funds to repair/replace dis...
Current Assets
A balance sheet item which equals...
Projection
An estimate of future economic or...
Fair and Reasonable Price
A price that is fair to both parties...
Days Receivable
A measure of the average time a...
Capital Leases
are for the purchase of fixed assets such as...
Amortization
A non-cash operating expense that...
Extraordinary Items
Additional expenses that are...
Partnering
A mutually beneficial business-to-bus...

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