Ice Trays a Hot Potato for Defense Logistics Agency
DLA’s showcase strategic sourcing program is drawing fire from Congress after news reports alleged that the military paid vastly inflated prices for food service equipment.

Administration Cites Progress on Security Clearances
Bush administration officials say they are on track to meet the congressional mandate to process most security clearance applications within 90 days.

FEMA Plans Set-Asides for Hurricane Recovery
The Federal Emergency Management Agency says it will set aside 15 hurricane recovery contracts worth up to $100 million each for small businesses and 8(a) firms, with a preference for companies in the Gulf Coast region.

SBA Expands Disaster Loans
SBA will guarantee loans up to $150,000 to individuals and businesses in the areas affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.

Subcontract Reporting Goes Online
The government’s Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS) is up and running.

Size Increase Proposed for Security Guard Industry
SBA proposes increasing the size standard for the security guard industry, NAICS 561612, by 47% to $15.5 million.