The commenter, representing a leadership advisory and program management firm, opposes the proposed rules because they would remove mandatory small business protections and reduce notice periods for federal opportunities. They argue that these changes would hinder their ability to find work, identify teaming partners, and grow their business beyond the small business threshold.

Peter Brunnengraeber, owner of ayData Management, LLC, opposes the proposed rules because they would remove mandatory small-business protections. He argues that the 15-day head start for smaller purchases is necessary for his firm to prepare proper bids.

LaTonia Pouncey, owner of The Pouncey Group, LLC, opposes the proposed rules because they would remove protections that allow small businesses to compete for federal contracts. She argues that the changes would negatively impact her firm's ability to find opportunities, access contract vehicles, and identify subcontracting work.

Maureen Blake, owner of Blake Consulting LLC, opposes the proposed changes to SBA categories of small business awards. She argues that these changes will disadvantage small businesses by removing the 15-day head start on smaller purchases, reducing the government's access to unique small-business talent, and making it harder for small firms to compete against larger entities.

Andrea Skelly, owner of Aggregate Analytics, Inc., opposes the proposed changes, stating they would harm her small woman-owned business and hinder its growth. She argues that the removal of protections and the lack of a grace period for SBA certification could lead to the loss of critical subcontracts and potentially force the company to close.

Angela Moody, owner of EDJ Associates, Inc., opposes the proposed rules because they threaten mandatory small-business protections in federal contracting. She argues that removing these protections and market research requirements would unfairly disadvantage small firms in favor of large businesses with greater name recognition.

David Schiller, owner of CMI, opposes the proposed changes because they would remove protections and requirements that allow small businesses to compete for federal contracts. He argues that the removal of small-business considerations, market research requirements, and award announcements would significantly harm his firm's ability to grow and secure work.

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) supports the proposed Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul, noting its potential to reduce administrative burdens and improve procedural flexibility. They provide specific recommendations to streamline certifications, cloud services, and dispute clauses to better serve the transportation construction industry.

Dave Cavossa, President of the Commercial Space Federation, expresses support for the proposed FAR reforms aimed at streamlining federal procurement. He argues that reducing regulatory obstacles will facilitate more efficient public-private partnerships and promote competition within the commercial space industry.

Lisa Greyhill, owner of Firebrand Global Marketing, opposes the proposed rules because she believes they will unfairly disadvantage woman-owned and small businesses in federal contracting. She argues that the changes will stall the growth of small firms and reduce visibility for qualified small businesses in the promotional products industry.