SBA Deputy Director to Target AI, Cyber, and Small Business GovCon Capital Access
SBA Deputy Director Bill Briggs will address small business capital access, artificial intelligence adoption, and contracting opportunities at the 2026 FedCiv Summit, emphasizing key growth pathways for SDVOSBs and 8(a) firms across federal networks.
Small Business Administration (SBA) Deputy Director Bill Briggs is slated to address small business capital access, technology modernization, and emerging federal contracting pathways at the upcoming 2026 FedCiv Summit on October 29. As civil agencies and defense components increasingly demand rapid operational technology adoption and hardened cyber postures, small businesses represent a critical engine for federal innovation. The presentation will center on leveraging SBA mechanisms—such as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, the 8(a) Business Development program, and specialized capital access tools—to expand non-traditional vendor participation across the federal government market.
For acquisition leadership across defense and civil sectors, bridging the gap between innovative small businesses and federal procurement vehicles remains an urgent imperative. Federal civilian agencies are increasingly aligning technology modernization priorities with dual-use defense requirements, particularly in artificial intelligence integration, software modernization, and zero-trust cybersecurity architectures. Small contractors frequently face high barriers to entry, including complex compliance frameworks, rigorous security requirements, and initial capital constraints. Briggs' focus on targeted capital access and technology enablement underscores a broader federal effort to build a resilient, multi-tiered industrial base capable of rapid scaling during dynamic mission requirements.
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