DODFinal Rule

Federal Acquisition Regulation: Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-04; Small Entity Compliance Guide

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Summary

This regulation updates how the federal government buys goods and services from small businesses, making it easier for smaller companies to compete for government contracts. The guide helps small business owners understand new rules about bidding for Department of Defense work so they can participate fairly in the process.

Key Points

  • 1Small businesses now have clearer guidance on how to bid for federal government contracts, especially with the Department of Defense
  • 2The new rules are designed to reduce confusion and make it simpler for small companies to understand what the government is looking for
  • 3Small business owners should review this guide to learn about compliance requirements before submitting bids for government work
  • 4These changes affect any small business interested in selling products or services to the Department of Defense
  • 5The regulation went into effect in May 2025 and replaces previous versions with updated procedures

Key Dates

Published

May 12, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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