SBA “Revved Up” For Size Standard Changes
SBA plans to propose the first in a series of size standard changes within a few weeks.

Administration Defends Limits on Women’s Set-Aside
Bush administration officials mounted a spirited defense of their limited set-aside program for woman-owned businesses, arguing that a broader program would not stand up in court.

Army Prepares IT Set-Aside
The Army plans a multiple award IT services contract set aside for small businesses.

DHS Outlines Vets’ Set-Aside
The Homeland Security Department plans to set aside up to $1.5 billion in services contracts for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses over the next five years

SDV Eligibility Is Up To SBA
The Small Business Administration has exclusive authority to decide whether a contractor qualifies as a service-disabled veteran-owned business, the Government Accountability Office says.

IG Faults Interagency Contracting
Playing a familiar tune, the Defense Department’s inspector general again faulted DOD for its use of interagency contracting vehicles, finding that many purchases through the Veterans Affairs Department violated acquisition and procurement regulations.

Legal Issues: New Guidelines For Granting Security Clearances
Significant changes have been made to the standards for granting and denying clearances.