Feb. 2, 2024

Rule of Two: OMB Issues Guidance to Increase Small Business Participation on Multiple Award Contracts

On January 25, the Office of Management and Budget issued guidance on strategies federal agencies should adopt to enable small businesses to participate in multiple-award contracts.

Feb. 2, 2024

Defense Innovation Board Updates

The Defense Innovation Board (DIB) delivered updates on two studies at the January 26 meeting, "Lowering Barriers to Innovation" and "Building a DoD Data Economy," and heard from experts across the defense innovation ecosystem.

Feb. 2, 2024

OSBP Training Materials Added to Website

The Office of Small Business Program offers a comprehensive page of training materials and videos aimed at supporting both small businesses and acquisition professionals.

Jan. 19, 2024

National Defense Industrial Strategy Released

The Department of Defense released its inaugural National Defense Industrial Strategy (NDIS) on Jan. 11, 2024. The NDIS will guide the Department's engagement, policy development, and investment in the industrial base over the next three to five years.

Jan. 19, 2024

Small Business Training Week 2024 Announced

Same Commitment, New Energy: Mark your calendars for April 29-May 3 for Small Business Training Week 2024.

Jan. 5, 2024

DoD Mentor-Protégé Program Participation Can Help Advance Your Goals

If your New Year's resolution involves conquering the challenges of navigating the intricate world of government contracts, while increasing your growth in contract awards, then look no further than the Department of Defense (DoD) Mentor-Protégé Program.

Dec. 15, 2023

Tri-State Matchmaker Event Connected Buyers and Sellers

APEX Accelerators from New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio joined forces to host the Tri-State APEX Accelerator Matchmaker virtual event on Dec. 5-6.

Dec. 15, 2023

SBA Road Tours Coming to 16 States and Territories to Engage Entrepreneurs Creating Cutting-Edge Technologies

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced it will launch a live road tour connecting entrepreneurs developing advanced technologies to America’s Seed Fund.

Dec. 15, 2023

Featured Resource: Policy Guidance on Small Business Programs

Bookmark this page for relevant policy guidance on DoD Small Business Programs and U.S. Small Business Administration socioeconomic programs.

Dec. 15, 2023

National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024

Congress passed its defense policy bill late on Dec. 13 and forwarded it to the White House for President Biden’s signature.