Defense Bill Includes AGC-Supported Small Business Provision

Yesterday, the House passed a compromise National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for FY 2014 by a vote of 350-69.  The NDAA includes an AGC-supported small business provision, known as the Lower Tiers measure, which will benefit all construction contractors. The current law only allows prime contractors to count first-tier small business subcontractors towards the goals. The simple change in this AGC-supported provision will encourage prime contractors to make sure small businesses have opportunities to compete for subcontracts at every tier, thereby allowing more opportunities for small business growth. The Senate is scheduled to vote on the bill next week. For more information, please contact Jimmy Christianson at 703-837-5325 or christiansonj@agc.org.