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SBA Launches $9 Million Supply Chain Grant Program for Small Businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has launched the Supply Chain Acceleration and Logistics Enablement (SCALE) grant program, making $9 million in federal funding available to strengthen small business supply chain infrastructure. Key Details of the SCALE Grant Program The SCALE initiative awards up to 20 competitive grants valued at up to $500,000 each over…
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Pentagon Suspends CMMC Phase II Cybersecurity Rules for Small Contractors
The Department of War has announced an immediate suspension of Phase II implementation for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, pausing mandatory third-party audits that were set to begin on November 10, 2026. Key Elements of the Suspension Announcement Following extensive consultation with the Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Advocacy, defense procurement officials…
