Comparing FY 2024 and FY 2025 Small Business Procurement Goals: Shifts in Federal Priorities
FY 2025 Small Business Procurement Goals: How They Compare to FY 2024 – The federal government has standardized small business procurement goals across agencies for FY 2025, impacting small disadvantaged, women-owned, and veteran-owned businesses. Learn how these changes affect federal contractors and what they mean for small business participation in government contracts.
SBA's Unified Certification Platform Faces Risks and Delays in Efforts to Modernize Small Business Certification
The SBA's new Unified Certification Platform (UCP) aims to simplify federal contract certifications for small businesses. However, recent GAO findings reveal critical management gaps, cybersecurity issues, and schedule and cost challenges, raising concerns about the project's efficiency and security.
Record-Breaking Small Business Certifications by SBA and New Rule to Expand Opportunities in Federal Contracting
The SBA set a record with over 17,000 small business certifications in FY24, with a new platform, MySBA Certifications, enhancing accessibility. A proposed 'Rule of Two' aims to increase federal contracting opportunities for small businesses on multiple award contracts.
Key Proposed Changes to SBA's HUBZone and 8(a) Business Development Programs: What Federal Contractors Need to Know
The SBA proposes significant updates to the HUBZone and 8(a) Business Development programs, impacting federal contractors. Learn about key changes, implications, and opportunities for small and tribal businesses in federal contracting.
SBA Certification Upgrades: Key Information for Federal Contractors
The SBA’s upcoming certification system upgrade, its impact on federal contractors, and how to navigate the transition smoothly. Learn about the changes and how to stay ahead in the federal contracting space.
SBA Enhances Lender Match Platform: A Boon for Small Businesses Seeking Capital
How the enhanced SBA Lender Match platform simplifies access to capital for small businesses, featuring a mobile-first interface, lender comparison, and fraud screening.