What Happened
Revised Framework Could Expand Pool of Eligible Companies
The Small Business Administration has proposed changes to its size standards, which could significantly expand the pool of companies qualifying as small businesses for government contracting purposes. The proposed framework simplifies the existing size standards and moves to an employment-based measurement. Additionally, the Department of War has announced a Secure Space Network initiative to expand contractor access to classified work, and the president has directed the US Trade Representative to remove Canadian-origin products from GSA Multiple Award Schedules. These developments were reported by Morgan Lewis Government Contractor Guidebook.