Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-19546
SBA Extends Comment Period for Proposed Small Business Size Standards Rulemaking
Buyer
Small Business Administration
Posted
September 24, 2026
Respond By
November 20, 2026
Identifier
2026-19546
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is extending the comment period for its proposed rulemaking on Small Business Size Standards. - SBA is seeking public input on revised methodology and new size standards for 338 industry groups and industries - No products, OEMs, or vendors are being requested or mentioned - The notice is regulatory in nature, not a procurement opportunity - Stakeholders can submit comments via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail - The extension provides additional time for feedback on changes governed by 13 CFR Part 121 - No unique procurement requirements, product/service requests, or contract vehicles are involved
Description
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) published a notice of proposed rulemaking and a notice of availability of Revised Size Standards Methodology to solicit public comments on the revised methodology and proposed Small Business Size Standards. The SBA is extending the comment period for these notices for an additional 60 days until November 20, 2026. The proposed rulemaking includes new size standards for 338 industry groups and industries. Comments can be submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail to the SBA.