Presidential Task Force Seeks Contracting Ideas
A presidential task force is asking for comments on how to increase contract opportunities for small firms.

Senators Propose Transition Period for 8(a)s
Two senators are proposing higher net-worth limits for 8(a) business owners and a transition period for companies after they graduate from the program.

“Do Not Pay” List Aims to Block Improper Payments
President Obama has ordered creation of a Do Not Pay List to prevent federal payments to debarred contractors, dead people and others who are ineligible.

Market Research Required on Task Orders
Contracting officers must conduct market research before awarding a task or delivery order worth more than $100,000 under a new interim rule.

Management Agenda Drives IT Growth: Report
While the federal government tightens budgets, the Obama administration’s management agenda will drive IT spending higher in the next few years, according to analysts at the market research firm Input.