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Registration & certification

SBA extends resubmission deadline for certain 8(a) applications

A targeted extension applies to applications returned on September 10, 2026. It is not a general deadline for all 8(a) applicants.

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Sources Sought

Air Force seeks sources for overseas working-dog transport

The October 31 market-research notice highlights the full air-and-ground logistics chain, partner coverage and care during delays.

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Acquisition forecasts

DHS sets out acquisition-forecast transition and temporary alert gap

DHS schedules forecast-file access for November 5, with a temporary alert gap and search features planned for December. Capture teams can plan manual reviews during the transition.

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Sources Sought & RFIs

USTRANSCOM seeks market input on recurring Pacific passenger airlift

The November 1 RFI targets CARB-approved carriers for Honolulu–Wake Island and Honolulu–Kwajalein service. Responses are due November 13; this is market research, not an RFP.

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Sources Sought / market research

Marine Corps VISM RFI explores camera leasing and lifecycle support

The October 28 VISM Sources Sought notice asks industry about camera systems delivered through a Hardware-as-a-Service lease with a 36-month refresh. Responses are due December 4; a sourcing discrepancy in the attachments needs official clarification.

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Sources Sought / market research

HHS Sources Sought explores enterprise inventory modernization

HHS is gathering market information on inventory technology, implementation, integration, migration and support. Responses are due November 12; the SAM competition tag and attached master draft need clarification.

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Sources Sought / market research

Arkansas Guard seeks small-business input on dining services

Arkansas Army National Guard seeks small-business capability information for RTI dining services at Camp Robinson. Responses are due December 1; the attached 2022 reference PWS may change before a future solicitation.

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Sources Sought / market research

State seeks industry input on passport application processing

State is seeking feedback on passport intake, fee handling, logistics and digital support. Its RFI asks about capacity, volume risk and transition; responses are due November 20.

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Sources Sought / market research

FEMA updates nationwide emergency-commodity disposal RFI

FEMA extended responses to November 19 and asks industry to explain geographic coverage, mobilization, disposal capacity and partner roles. Revision 1 is market research, not a solicitation.

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Procurement developments

Army selects Project Griffin pilot partners

AWS and World Wide Technology were selected for a combined $2.6 million Army pilot. This is a partner-selection announcement, not an open solicitation.

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GovCon archive

DHS OIP portal support: 8(a) RFI

From CDG’s Oct 25 company post: Active 8(a)-certified businesses with web portal development and maintenance experience: DHS S&T’s October 23 RFI covers operations, maintenance and enhancements for its…

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DOE refinery funding plans

From CDG’s Oct 25 company post: On October 22, DOE announced plans for up to $150 million in Defense Production Act Title III funding to expand domestic petroleum production, storage, logistics and refining…

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Army Project Gatekeeper launch

From CDG’s Oct 25 company post: Project Gatekeeper launched October 23 to let developers submit code and containerized applications for automated evaluation. The Army identifies small technology firms and…

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NAVSEA diesel-engine sustainment: Sources Sought

Original CDG commentary on shipboard diesel-engine sustainment market research. The official notice could not be fully revalidated; check the source for current status and deadlines.

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National Veterans Small Business Week 2026

From CDG’s Oct 24 company post: SBA’s October 23 announcement previews National Veterans Small Business Week, with a focus on manufacturing and supply chains. The November 10 agenda highlights supply-chain…

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HUBZone expansion in 18 states

From CDG’s Oct 23 company post: For small federal suppliers, the useful next step is to check the current HUBZone map and review the full certification criteria. An eligible location alone does not confer…

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GSA 8(a) contractor audit announcement

From CDG’s Oct 22 company post: The October 21 announcement says GSA will examine the contracts for potential fraud and refer suspected fraud to its Office of Inspector General and the Department of Justice.

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GSA LLM acquisition clause

Original CDG commentary on GSA’s LLM acquisition clause. Full legal applicability and effective-date claims have not been revalidated; consult the official text and your contract.

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USCIS SOAR acquisition forecast

From CDG’s Oct 20 company post: USCIS’s Security Operation Analytics Rigor (SOAR) forecast brings those priorities together: DevSecOps, data processing and analytics supporting applications used for fraud…

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