The world of small business M&A changes on January 17, 2026, when new rules take effect that will significantly decrease the value of many small business companies with set-aside contracts.
“GovCon M&A Talk,” a new OrangeSlices podcast, launches its first episode! The show will illuminate the twists and turns of dealmaking, interviewing buyers, sellers, and M&A experts working in the federal government space.
John and Anne had worked together to grow a mid-market business for more than 20 years. This married couple built a company that serves Fortune 100 companies with brick-and-mortar renovation needs.
The proof is in the numbers: From fiscal 2011 to 2020 the number of small businesses receiving Defense Department contract awards decreased by 43%, despite obligations increasing by 15%.
Should I sell? Is this the time to buy? Who will buy my company? Is this a good company to spend my money on? Am I getting fair value? Am I overpaying? Fear and anxiety are just part of the process. Add the arcana of government regulations, and the M&A journey gets even harrier.
There are thousands of people across Alabama who are affected by the threat of a shutdown on January 19, 2024. Big companies are scrambling to deal with the threat.