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Procura Is an AI Federal Contracting Analyst, Not Just a “Contract Search Engine”
Executive summary At Procura, we built an AI-powered federal contract search and analysis platform for small teams that are tired of spending nights and weekends
New DoD IG Audit Raises Oversight Questions on the F‑35 Sustainment Contract: What Small Contractors and Subcontractors Should Watch
A new Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG) audit finds DoD did not adequately oversee contractor performance under a major F‑35 air
SBA’s Move to Terminate 154 8(a) Firms: What Small Federal Contractors and Subcontractors Need to Know
Executive summary The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has initiated termination proceedings against 154 Washington, D.C.-based 8(a) Business Development (BD) Program participants after an internal
Overhauling the Federal Acquisition Regulation
Executive Summary: The federal procurement rulebook is being overhauled at lightning speed. In 2025, President Trump’s EO 14275 and OMB guidance launched a FAR overhaul,
DOW Announces Review of All Small Business Set-Aside Contracts Over $20 Million
Small businesses have long been a centerpiece of federal contracting. By law (the “rule of two”), agencies must set aside contracts for small firms whenever
How to Find Government Contracts in the U.S.
How to Find Government Contracts to bid on? Finding U.S. federal government contracts can open substantial business opportunities for companies of all sizes. The federal
New Executive Order Broadens Definition of Defense Contractor Underperformance
Overview: A new executive order (EO) issued January 7, 2026 is putting fresh pressure on defense contractors – and, by extension, their subcontractors – to
GAO Sustains Protest: Recordings Reveal Flaws in $814M DIA Contract Award
Background: DIA’s $814M Intelligence Support Contract In early 2025, the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) solicited bids under its SITE III contract vehicle for a major
GSA Cracks Down on Consulting Firms and Resellers Amid FAR Overhaul
In recent months, the General Services Administration (GSA) has been moving quickly on multiple fronts to tighten oversight of federal contracting – from refreshing major
Government Shutdown 2026 – February 3 Update: Shutdown Ends, Government Reopens & Guidance for Federal Contractors
As of February 3, 2026, the partial U.S. federal government shutdown is finally ending. Congress has moved forward on a funding deal to reopen the
February 2, 2026 Government Shutdown Update: Status, Small Contractor Impacts & Strategies
Latest Shutdown Status and Congressional Actions (Feb 2, 2026) As of February 2, 2026, the federal government remains in a partial shutdown that began over
January 30, 2026 Shutdown Update: Congress Hustles to Avert Federal Government Shutdown Tonight
Shutdown Status and Latest Legislative Updates (Jan 30, 2026) As of January 30, 2026, the U.S. federal government faces a funding deadline at midnight, and