# Federal Agencies Revise Acquisition Requirements

In its October 29, 2026 update, PilieroMazza reported that the Department of Defense issued new AI procurement guidance and a DFARS Part 212 class deviation, while lawmakers are seeking greater contractor price transparency, including for contracts below $10 million. The update also flagged GSA audits affecting 689 former 8(a) firms and 252 newly established HUBZone covered areas. These changes may affect how contractors document AI use and commercial-item determinations, respond to oversight, and assess small-business program eligibility and geographic coverage.

- DoD contractors should review their AI procurement documentation and commercial-item determination practices in light of the new guidance and DFARS deviation.
- Firms among the 689 former 8(a) businesses affected by GSA audits should prepare for the scrutiny described in the update; the reported price-transparency proposals could also affect contractors on awards below $10 million.
- Small businesses should check whether the 252 newly established HUBZone covered areas are relevant to their locations and contracting plans. Contractor events are scheduled for November 5 and November 9–13, 2026.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Information Technology
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance, Policy
**Published:** October 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
- U.S. General Services Administration (GSA)
- U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

### Sources
- [Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – October 29, 2026 | PilieroMazza PLLC - JDSupra](https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/weekly-update-for-government-4728964) - JD Supra