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Two Firms Suspended; Allegedly Served as Fronts
SBA has suspended two companies for allegedly serving as fronts for a large business in obtaining work from the Department of Homeland Security.

Obama Administration Unveils Plan to “Fix IT”
The Office of Management and Budget has announced a six-month blitz to restructure federal IT acquisition and management.

Snapshot of Contracting Industry
Many small contractors are posting impressive gains in revenue, according to a survey by the software firm Deltek.

1099 Repeal Fails on First Senate Vote
The Senate has failed to repeal an unpopular new tax reporting rule, but backers of repeal say another vote is likely.

Fixed Price Contracting: Strategies for Success
The Obama administration's shift to fixed price contracts can create havoc for contracting officers and contractors alike, especially those that have been operating in a cost-plus and T&M environment.

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