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Baker Donelson says it published a guide to proposed SBA size standard changes
Baker Donelson said it published an analysis of proposed changes to Small Business Administration size standards for businesses, federal contractors and investors. The firm’s guide compared the proposed methodology with current requirements and considered classification, affiliation and transaction planning issues while emphasizing that the proposals are not final.
Key points
- Baker Donelson said the proposals would replace the current system with 338 broader industry standards, many moving from receipts to employee counts.Baker Donelson
- The firm said the proposal would eliminate 18 federal contracting exceptions.Baker Donelson
- Baker Donelson discussed the shift between receipts, employee and asset measures.Baker Donelson
- The firm identified November 20, 2026, as the extended deadline for comments on both proposals.Baker Donelson