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Largest Set-Aside Contract Opportunities for 2012
At least 10 set-aside contracts worth $400 million or more are due to be released during fiscal 2012, according to researchers at Deltek.

Support Builds for Cap on Contractor Executive Pay
Three members of Congress urged the deficit-cutting super committee to cap the government’s reimbursement of contractor salaries at a level “significantly lower” than the current $694,000.

Size Standards: Proposals for NAICS 51 and 56
SBA is proposing to increase size standards for most companies in NAICS Sector 51, information, and Sector 56, administrative and support, waste management and remediation services.

SBA Rule: Annual Recertification, Tougher Penalties
A proposed SBA rule will require annual recertification of companies in all small business contracting programs.

GAO: Vets Come First at VA
The Government Accountability Office has ruled that the Department of Veterans Affairs cannot ignore the Veterans First law when buying through GSA schedules.

Army Corps Scandal Shines Spotlight on Alaska Firms
The Army Corps of Engineers contracting scandal has ignited new congressional scrutiny of Alaska Native Corporations.

Developing a Go-To-Market Plan
By targeting the right agencies and programs and putting the right vehicles and teaming relationships in place, you are positioning your company to win.





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