The Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) has a mission to “provide independent, objective, and timely oversight to improve the integrity, accountability, and performance of SBA and its programs.” As part of this mission, it investigated and recently issued a report on the federal government’s “oversight work to identify opportunities to strengthen federal-wide compliance with limitations on subcontracting requirements for set-aside awards.” The SBA’s rules on limitations on subcontracting limit how much of a federal contract a small business prime contractor can subcontract to subcontractors that are not similarly situated. OIG identified a number of areas where federal agencies could improve their oversight of small business subcontracting, noting “recurring deficiencies in the federal contracting community’s ability to interpret the rule’s requirements, apply them consistently, and monitor and enforce compliance throughout the life of a contract.” SBA has indicated it will issue a revised rule to address some of these concerns. Let’s take a look.
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SmallGovCon Week in Review: October 12-16, 2026
Dear SmallGovCon readers, we are back with another edition of the Week In Review. Hopefully folks are enjoying some cooler weather this week. We have certainly been seeing nice temperatures in our region to get us ready for fall.
This week included updates about DOGE records, inquiries into the VA records modernization cost, and questions about restructuring at USDA.
Continue readingSmallGovCon Week in Review: October 5-9, 2026
Hello, Blog Readers. October is finally here, and with it comes the beautiful colors, cooler temperatures, pumpkin patches, and other fall favorites. Of course, the weather can be a little unpredictable in October, with warm afternoons one day and a definite chill in the air the next, so be sure to enjoy those pleasant fall days when you can.
This week in federal government contracting included a warning about government functions at DoW, and how federal contracting proposals could alter control of intellectual property.
Continue readingSmallGovCon Week in Review: September 28-October 2, 2026
Happy Friday and happy October! October brings more than crisp mornings and changing leaves—it marks the start of a new federal fiscal year. For federal government contractors, it’s an ideal time to refresh your capabilities, review your pipeline, and prepare for the opportunities ahead. We’ve seen a lot of changes in the federal regulations and expect more to come so stay tuned to SmallGovCon.com. We will bring you the latest breaking news to keep you in the loop.
This week in federal government contracting, some of the biggest stories include updates on AI monitoring and supply chain concerns for federal contractors.
Continue readingExpanding Exemptions: DoW Seeks Additional FOIA Exemption for CUI
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), enacted in 1967, allows the public to request federal government records. It is designed to require disclosure of US government records in the absence of any of its 9 exemptions for things like privacy, national security, and law enforcement.
Now, the Department of War (DoW) has asked Congress for additional exemptions to disclosing documents under (FOIA). DoW has submitted a legislative proposal to create an exemption for controlled unclassified information (CUI).
Continue readingWill Orlowski Joins Koprince McCall Pottroff LLC as Associate Attorney and SmallGovCon Contributor!
We are pleased to announce that Will Orlowski has joined the firm and will also be a regular SmallGovCon contributor! Please check out Will’s first post discussing joint venture certification and timing for eligibility.
Prior to joining the firm as an attorney, Will worked as a law clerk for the firm for over two years, gaining invaluable experience and insight into a wide array of specialized government contracting areas while completing his legal education at the University of Kansas School of Law. During his time as a law student, Will was founder and President of two different student organizations, Student Articles Editor at the Kansas Journal of Law and Public Policy, Class Representative for the Student Bar Association, and a Student Ambassador. Will received the Samuel Mellinger Scholarship, Leadership and Service Award as the most distinguished student in the combined areas of scholarship, leadership, and service, and was admitted into the Order of the Coif for excellence in academic achievement. In addition to his law degree, Will earned the Business and Commercial Law Certificate from the University of Kansas School of Law.
In his free time, Will is an avid reader and music fan. He cherishes time with his friends and family and is an active member of the Lawrence, Kansas community, even serving as a Member of the Board of Directors for the Lawrence Farmers Market. He lives in Lawrence, Kansas with his fiancée and two magnificent cats and can often be found (loudly) cheering for his beloved Kansas Jayhawks.
SmallGovCon Week in Review: September 21-25, 2026
Happy Friday! Fall is here, bringing some cooler weather and pumpkin everything. For small businesses contracting with the federal government, the SBA has been rolling out some important changes—including proposed updates to size standards and recent changes to the 8(a) program. The size-standard proposal could affect which businesses qualify as “small,” while the 8(a) changes may mean new considerations for current and prospective participants. We have been adding some blog posts about these changes so please stay tuned to SmallGovCon.com for the latest developments.
This week in federal government contracting saw stories related to size standards and government enforcement on bribery and false certifications.
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