Small Business Contracting Fairness Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3539 Small Business Contracting Fairness Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/5/2024, 12:00 PM

Summary of Bill S 3539

Bill 118 s 3539, also known as the Small Business Contracting Fairness Act, aims to address issues related to small businesses competing for government contracts. The bill seeks to ensure that small businesses have a fair chance to compete for and win government contracts by addressing various challenges they face in the contracting process.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a mentor-protégé program, which would pair small businesses with larger, more experienced contractors to provide guidance and support in navigating the contracting process. This program is intended to help small businesses build their capacity and increase their competitiveness in securing government contracts.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve transparency and accountability in the contracting process, such as requiring agencies to report on their efforts to award contracts to small businesses and to provide explanations for any decisions to award contracts to larger firms instead. Overall, the Small Business Contracting Fairness Act aims to level the playing field for small businesses seeking government contracts and to ensure that they have a fair opportunity to compete and succeed in the federal contracting marketplace.

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Current Status of Bill S 3539

Bill S 3539 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 14, 2023. Bill S 3539 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 14, 2023. Bill S 3539's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of December 14, 2023

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3539

Small Business Contracting Fairness Act

A bill to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to remove the exclusion of certain small business concerns from the disadvantaged business enterprise program, and for other purposes.