Senator: No NAICS Codes = Simpler Size Standards
A Senate subcommittee chair has proposed simplifying SBA’s size standards by doing away with the NAICS code classifications in federal contracting.

Thousands of HUBZone Firms Face Decertification
Up to 40% of HUBZone companies could lose their eligibility unless Congress acts.

Strategic Sourcing Contract Targets Printers, Copiers
Five small businesses and six large ones are at the forefront of an effort to change the way the government produces its most conspicuous product: words on paper.

Acquisition Plan Set for First Source II
The Department of Homeland Security has released its acquisition strategy for First Source II, a multiple award, IDIQ set-aside contract for IT commodities.

New Subcontracting Rule Proposed
A proposed SBA rule is aimed at ending “bait and switch” subcontracting.

New Controls on Large Multiple Award Contracts
The Office of Federal Procurement Policy is establishing new controls to rein in the proliferation of multiple award contracts and blanket purchase agreements.

Grants Offer Small Businesses Help With Teaming
Eleven companies and organizations have been chosen for a pilot program to help small businesses form teams.

Want to Win? Think Simple
Succeeding at competition is simple: You simply have to do everything better than your competitor.