Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-18352
Advisory Committee Meeting on Small Manufacturing by SBA
Buyer
Small Business Administration
Posted
September 09, 2026
Identifier
2026-18352
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is convening a virtual meeting of the Manufacturing in America Advisory Committee (MAAC). - Purpose: To provide strategic guidance, advice, and recommendations to the U.S. government and stakeholders on issues affecting small manufacturing businesses. - Focus areas: - Growth and innovation in small manufacturing - Supply chain resilience - Onshoring critical manufacturing capabilities - Enhancing global competitiveness - No procurement activity: No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are being requested or discussed. - No unique requirements or purchase quantities specified. - The meeting is advisory and informational, not a solicitation or award.
Description
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will hold a Manufacturing in America Advisory Committee (MAAC) meeting on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Members will convene to provide strategic guidance, advice, and recommendations to the U.S. government and relevant stakeholders on matters related to growth, supply chain resilience, and innovation of small manufacturing businesses across the country. The meeting will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). The Committee's mission focuses on supporting economic growth, job creation, onshoring of critical manufacturing capabilities, and global competitiveness.