Federal Register #SBA-2026-0199

SBA Proposed Rule: New Small Business Size Standards for 338 Industry Groups

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is proposing new size standards for 338 industry groups and industries. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory action, not a procurement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being requested - No part numbers or quantities provided - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Proposal to update methodology for calculating size standards - Change in NAICS level for size standards calculation - Conversion of many industries from receipt-based to employee-based size standards - Adjustments for inflation and productivity - Focus on aligning size standards with statutory requirements and market conditions - Public comments are requested on the proposed changes

Description

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is proposing new size standards for 338 industry groups and industries to better reflect the nature of the markets in which small businesses compete. The proposed changes include updating the methodology for calculating size standards, changing the NAICS level for size standards calculation, converting many industries from receipt-based to employee-based size standards, and adjusting for inflation and productivity. SBA seeks public comments on these proposed changes by September 21, 2026. The rule aims to ensure size standards align with statutory requirements and support small business growth and competitiveness.

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