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Even Rules have their Limits, Says SBA OHA about the Nonmanufacturer Rule

SmallGovCon

OHA reminded contractors that the nonmanufacturer rule applies only to acquisitions over the simplified acquisition threshold. Generally, the micro-purchase threshold is $10,000, and the simplified acquisition threshold is $250,000. 8(a)) at any dollar amount. 13 CFR ยง 125.6. .” 8(a)) at any dollar amount.

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FAR Council updates whistleblower protection, small business rules

Federal News Network

The changes apply to all solicitations and contracts, including those at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold and for commercial-off-the-shelf products and services. The changes would not apply to โ€œorders and blanket purchase agreements placed under Federal Supply Schedule contracts,โ€ the proposed rule stated.

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Mastering How to Get Government Contracts

Select GCR

A small business must meet eligibility criteria set by the SBA, register with SAM, attain small business certifications to participate in government contracting, and then utilize platforms like SAM.gov, dsbs.sba.gov, and Select GCR Pro to discover small business government contractor opportunities.

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Sole Source Procurement: A Guide to Single-Source Acquisitions

Select GCR

A sole source purchase is justified when unique attributes or circumstances dictate that only one provider is capable of supplying the desired goods or services. For procurements exceeding specified thresholds, justification must document the effort to find alternative suppliers, listing unique technical requirements and companies contacted.

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what is the difference between public and private sector procurement?

The Procurement School

Specific procurement requirements, including the dollar value thresholds beyond which a competitive process must be conducted, are typically embedded in internal policies and come from the various free trade agreements designed to eliminate discrimination based on jurisdiction of origin.

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Will U.S. Lawmakers Find Common Ground to Enact De Minimis Reform in 2024?

Import and Trade Remedies

114-125 ) to increase the de minimis threshold for imports into the United States from $200 to $800, far exceeding similar thresholds in other countries globally. It would maintain the $800 cap but apply lower thresholds with countries on the basis of reciprocity. De Minimis Reciprocity Act of 2023 ( S. Blumenauer.

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Friday Flash 09/13/2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement

There are two sets of rules that will be utilized when the CMMC program is fully formed. Further, confirming the broad applicability of CMMC, DOD confirmed that these requirements will be applicable to contracts below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (which currently sits at $250,000). Comments on the proposed rule are due on Oct.