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About Face: DOD, NASA Marching to a Different Drummer
President Obama’s 2011 budget proposal would reverse Bush administration policies on outsourcing and space exploration, lopping off tens of thousands of contractor jobs.

President Pushes for More Small Business Lending
President Obama is asking Congress to channel $30 billion to community banks for loans to small companies.

SBA Seeks Oversight Funds
SBA is seeking more money for oversight of small contractors following revelations of fraud in the service-disabled veteran and HUBZone programs.

Online Update: Purchasing Thresholds to Increase
The Federal Acquisition Regulation councils have proposed inflation adjustments in acquisition-related thresholds.

Bid Protests Increase Again
Bid protests filed with the Government Accountability Office jumped by 20% in fiscal 2009, according to GAO’s annual report.

Three Win Contracts for Missile Defense
Three small businesses will provide advisory and assistance services for the Ballistic Missile Defense System under a five-year IDIQ contract worth up to $209 million.

Fixed Price Contracts = More Risks for Contractor
For small contractors who are used to performing in a T&M or cost-plus environment, a shift to fixed price represents a profound change in the performance of contracts and the risks involved.

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