When is a HUBZone set-aside not really a HUBZone set-aside? According to one GAO bid protest decision, when Federal Prison Industries also known as UNICOR submits an offer.
via Agency Awards HUBZone Set-Aside to Federal Prison Industries – SmallGovCon.
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This is very troubling and similar to the latitudes granted to ANC’s and AbilityOne which ultimately hurts true small businesses.
Posted by govconchannelchief | July 16, 2012, 10:33