Small Businesses Get Updated Trade Agreement Spending Limits
Published Date: 3/13/2026
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Summary
Starting March 13, 2026, small businesses working with the government will see updated dollar limits for trade agreements. These changes affect when certain international trade rules kick in, making it easier to know when they apply. If you’re a small contractor, this update helps you understand new spending thresholds and plan your bids better—no surprises, just clearer rules!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Updated Trade‑Agreement Dollar Thresholds
Starting March 13, 2026, the Federal Acquisition Regulation updates the dollar thresholds that determine when the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement (WTO GPA) and Free Trade Agreements (as set by the U.S. Trade Representative) apply. If you are a small business contractor, these changed spending limits tell you more clearly when international trade rules will affect a government procurement so you can plan your bids accordingly.
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