The Fight Starts Now:
FAR Friday Launches as Protections for Small Business Are Being Dismantled

For decades, a procedural safety net woven into the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) has ensured small businesses have a fair opportunity to compete for and win federal contracts. This system was not built on goodwill; it was built on clear, enforceable rules that required federal agencies to consider small businesses at every step.

Today, that safety net is being systematically unraveled.|

Under the banner of the "Revolutionary FAR Overhaul," the federal government is quietly enacting the most sweeping rewrite of procurement rules in a generation. Bypassing the legally required public process, the FAR Council is fast-tracking these changes using class deviations—shutting out stakeholder input while opening the door for agencies to sideline small businesses in favor of large, entrenched contractors. This is not just a policy shift; it is an urgent crisis that endangers the very foundation of small business contracting.

To arm you in this fight, we are launching FAR Friday—a weekly advocacy bulletin designed to keep you informed and empowered. Each week, we’ll break down critical changes to the FAR, explain what they mean for your business, and provide clear, actionable steps you can take to protect your access to federal contracts. FAR Friday will also alert you to key deadlines, ensuring you never miss an opportunity to make your voice heard.