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Online Update: Judge Dumps Parity Rule; SBA Calls on Congress to Act
SBA says it supports congressional action to restore parity among set-aside programs, after a federal judge said HUBZone firms are first in line for set-asides.

Procurement Chief Outlines Contracting Agenda
President Obama’s procurement policy chief warns of lean times ahead for contractors.

GSA Favors Small Firms, Low Prices for Office Supplies
GSA plans to award seven governmentwide blanket purchase agreements for office products and commodities, with five of the contracts targeted for small and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses.

“A Total Mess:” Vets Air Gripes About VA Contracting
“I have to tell you that there’s a great deal of anger toward” the Center for Veterans Enterprise, said Joseph Sharpe, director of the economic division of the American Legion.

Senate Panel Backs Contracting Changes
The Senate Small Business Committee has voted to permit set-asides on GSA schedules and other multiple award contracts.

Business Issues: I Have a GSA Schedule—Now What?
How do you determine what agencies to focus your limited resources on and why?

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