Rule lifecycle · RIN:3245-AI04

Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contract Program Updates and Clarifications

Small Business Administration — observed across 2 documents over 202 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.

In plain English

The SBA is updating and clarifying its women-owned small business program to explain how female-owned companies can compete for federal government contracts. If you own a business controlled by a woman, review the new eligibility requirements and certification rules to see if you qualify for federal contract opportunities.

First seen

May 16, 2024

Last seen

Dec 4, 2024

Latest stage

Rule

PRORULE → RULE

202d

Effective on

Friday, January 3, 2025

Stage timeline

  1. Proposed·May 16, 2024

    Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contract Program Updates and Clarifications

    #2024-10518

  2. Final·Dec 4, 2024

    Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contract Program Updates and Clarifications

    effective Jan 3, 2025#2024-28200