Native American contracting still has its ups and downs. SBA OHA is still faced with subcontractor affiliation appeals despite what some may consider easy to understand rules under 13 CFR 121.103. As recently as April 2017, the Small Business Administration (SBA) found Olgoonik Diversified Services, LLC to be affiliated due… Read more »
Caution: Violations of the Ostensible Contractor Rule Result in Lost Contracts Given the new SBA subcontractor rules and regulations, subcontractors should pay special attention to whether or not they still can be ostensibly affiliated. Although the new SBA affiliation rules relax the possibility of becoming affiliated, the Ostensible Subcontractor Rule… Read more »
Small businesses considering submitting a joint venture for federal government contracts must be aware of certain legal landmines when bidding. The most important aspect of using a JV business relationship is to avoid affiliation while making sure that the joint venture agreement meets statutory requirements. Small businesses that are 8(a) certified… Read more »
There is still great confusion between small businesses about 8a sole source and 8a set aside contracts versus HUBZone contracts set-aside requirements. 8a set asides are a powerful tool for agencies to achieve small business and small disadvantaged business contracting goals. When challenging the agency’s decision, contractors should beware of the… Read more »
Awards for Native American government contracts to super 8(a) tribal entities and Alaskan Native Corporations (ANC 8a Contracts) have become a serious issue for non-native American contractors. According to a GAO study, federal dollars obligated to tribal 8(a) companies grew from $2.1 billion in fiscal year 2005 to $5.5 billion… Read more »
Note: President Trump repealed the Executive Order when it comes to hiring incumbent employees. Did the contracting officer change your contract clauses? If not, does the rule still apply? Although the Executive Order has Been Repealed, Companies Must still be aware that they can still be found affiliated by hiring… Read more »
Improve business relationships by teaming and joint venturing under the Native American and Super 8a rules. Are you having problems as an 8a Contractor getting Native American Government Contracts? Alaska Natives and Indian Tribes, and Native Hawaiian Organizations have a unique relationship with the United States Government as set forth… Read more »