SBA Proposes the Most Sweeping Overhaul of Small Business Size Standards in a Generation—338 Industry Groups, a New Methodology, and No Reductions - Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
SBA proposes sweeping overhaul of small business size standards, covering 338 industry groups with a new methodology and no reductions.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Government Contracting (SAM/FAR) space on August 20, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Small businesses in federal contracting, especially those in set-aside programs, defense contractors, GSA schedule holders, and federal grant recipients. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified in the excerpt; check the Federal Register for the comment deadline.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Government Contracting (SAM/FAR) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Proposed changes to size standards methodology and industry classifications, potentially affecting eligibility for small business set-asides and other programs.
Who it affects
Small businesses in federal contracting, especially those in set-aside programs, defense contractors, GSA schedule holders, and federal grant recipients.
What you must do
Review the proposed rule and assess potential impact on your business's size status; consider submitting comments during the public comment period.
Deadline
Not specified in the excerpt; check the Federal Register for the comment deadline.
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