Defense IG: End Self-Certification of SDV Businesses
Auditors determined that $342 million in contracts had been awarded to companies that appeared to be ineligible for the SDV program.
Report: Big Companies Dominate Small Business List
Among the companies listed as small in federal contracting records were Apple, Microsoft, Sony and Coca-Cola.
SBA Adopts Final Size Standards for Transportation
SBA estimates the new standards will make about 1,200 additional companies eligible for federal small business programs.
New Size Standards Proposed for Health Care Firms
SBA estimates that more than 4,100 additional firms would become eligible for federal small business programs if the changes are adopted.
President Pushes Increased Biobased Purchasing
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the presidential memorandum will “dramatically increase the purchase of biobased products over the next two years.”
GSA: Don't Dump Old Computers
The new policy, outlined in a bulletin to all agencies, directs them to reuse electronics whenever possible and then send non-functioning products to certified e-waste recyclers.
Contractor Survey: Out-of-Scope Work, Late Pay
Four out of five contractors said government customers asked them to perform out-of-scope work at least occasionally, without a contract modification, according to a survey by Grant Thornton.
Small Firm to Provide Computers for Commerce Dept.
The Commerce Department expects to save 40% on computer purchases over the next five years.
Web Watch: A Friendlier Regulations.gov
The site’s ease of use has been significantly improved.
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