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Dec. 15, 2023
SBA Road Tours Coming to 16 States and Territories to Engage Entrepreneurs Creating Cutting-Edge Technologies
December 15, 2023 — The U.S. Small Business Administration announced it will launch a live road tour connecting entrepreneurs developing advanced technologies to America’s Seed Fund.
Featured Resource: Policy Guidance on Small Business Programs
December 15, 2023 — Bookmark this page for relevant policy guidance on DoD Small Business Programs and U.S. Small Business Administration socioeconomic programs.
National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024
December 15, 2023 — Congress passed its defense policy bill late on Dec. 13 and forwarded it to the White House for President Biden’s signature.
Dec. 8, 2023
NDAA FY24 Conference Report Released
December 8, 2023 — The U.S. Senate and House Armed Services committees released a final agreement on the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) late Wednesday night.
Small Business Scam Alert: "United States Business Regulations Department" Letters
December 8, 2023 — Recently, we heard from several small business owners about deceptive letters claiming to be from a government agency. As we dive into the festive season and year-end activities, it's crucial to stay vigilant and protect your business from potential scams.
Nov. 17, 2023
Department of Commerce Hosts First National Muslim American Leaders Convening
November 2023 — Mr. Farooq Mitha, Director of the Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP), joined leaders from across the federal government and industry this week for the first National Muslim American Leaders Convening hosted by the U.S. Department of Commerce.
OSBP Recognized for Exceeding Subcontracting Goals
November 17, 2023 — The Department of Defense was honored with the National Veteran Small Business Coalition - NVSBC Champions Award for meeting or exceeding goals established for subcontracting to service-disabled and/or veteran-owned small businesses (SD/VOSBs) in FY22.
Spotlight: Empowering Native-owned Businesses
November 2023 — The Indian Incentive Program (IIP) fosters new opportunities for Indian organizations, Indian-owned economic enterprises, or Native Hawaiian small business concerns.
Nov. 3, 2023
New APEX Accelerator Opens in Dearborn, Mich.
November 3, 2023 — The Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) held a soft launch opening event for a new APEX Accelerator location in Dearborn, Mich. on October 26.
Resilient Defense Industrial Base Critical for Deterring Conflict
Ensuring a resilient defense industrial base requires steady demand signals from government to the industry, the undersecretary of defense for acquisition and sustainment said.
Oct. 30, 2023
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October 2023 — During Cybersecuity Awareness Month and throughout the year, the Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs is raising awareness and supporting small business with resources, tools, and training to protect from cyber threats and to comply with requirements in federal contracts.
Initiative to Increase Private Capital Investment in Critical Technologies
October 2023 — A joint effort between the U.S. Small Business Administration and United States Department of Defense to increase private capital investment in critical technologies that strengthen our economic and national security was rolled out last week.
Industry Input Sought: Help Improve Forecasts of Federal Procurement Opportunities
October 2023 — The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) is hosting a challenge through October 31 to shape the future of procurement opportunity forecasts.
Sharing Knowledge at the Annual AUSA Conference
October 9-11, 2023 — Subject matter experts from the Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) and the service's small business offices participated in a number of panels at the annual AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition held this week in Washington, D.C.
October 2023 Oct. 30, 2023
New Defense Acquisition Workforce Writing Awards
October 2023 — The Defense Acquisition University is accepting submissions for the inaugural Defense Acquisition Workforce Writing Awards. Share your story of overcoming obstacles in defense acquisition or using flexibilities in an innovative way and have a chance at $5,000 in prize money!
Clean Energy Solution Providers Sought; Up to $50k Voucher Available
October 18, 2023 — ENERGYWERX, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) SBIR/STTR Programs Voucher Program is searching for innovative capabilities to address DOE challenges. Submissions are due Nov. 16.
Oct. 27, 2023
OSBP Director Engages Orlando Small Business Community
October 16, 2023 — On Oct. 16 Mr. Farooq Mitha, Director of the Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP), spoke to a capacity audience at the National Entrepreneur Center (NEC) about strategies for small business to work with the United States Department of Defense.
DOD Graduates First Cohort of Acquisition Innovators
The Defense Acquisition University recognized the first cohort to complete its program designed to give defense professionals the tools needed to bridge the gap between the DOD and innovative commercial technology providers.
Oct. 25, 2023