AIGovBid helps small businesses research FAR Part 13 simplified acquisitions and determine where a focused pursuit strategy may fit.
Simplified acquisition procedures, thresholds, competition, and public notice requirements vary by the applicable regulation, agency, and requirement.
AIGovBid combines public market research, capability context, and acquisition research to support a disciplined pursuit decision.
As of October 2025, the Simplified Acquisition Threshold is $350,000. FAR Part 13 prescribes simplified acquisition procedures for eligible purchases at or below that threshold. The standard micro-purchase threshold is $15,000, subject to the applicable statutory and agency exceptions. See FAR 2.101 and Part 13 for the current rules.
Visibility varies by agency, requirement, value, and acquisition method. FAR Part 13 requires contracting officers to promote competition to the maximum extent practicable and to consider timely quotations. A contractor should monitor public opportunities and build a targeted agency and capability strategy rather than assume every simplified acquisition will be publicly posted.
Small-business set-aside decisions depend on the requirement and the applicable FAR provisions. Businesses should verify their eligibility and status with the SBA and the contracting agency. AIGovBid does not provide certification application services.
A BPA is an agreement that can support recurring purchases under FAR 13.303. It is not a guarantee of work. Vendors should confirm the agency's sourcing process, the need being covered, and the applicable terms before pursuing a BPA opportunity.
Timing depends on the agency, requirement, acquisition method, vendor readiness, and competition. Simplified acquisition procedures can reduce administrative burden, but they do not guarantee a particular award timeline or outcome.
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