SBA Request for Input on Supply Chain Gaps and Entrepreneur Support
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Requests public input on where U.S. supply chains in critical industries are weak and how SBA entrepreneur support programs could help small businesses fill those gaps. The notice does not create new rules or duties. Comments are voluntary and due by May 18, 2026, by email to [email protected]. Entrepreneurs, small and large businesses, accelerators, investors, suppliers, and industry groups may want to respond if they work in critical or emerging technologies, national security-related markets, or regional innovation networks. SBA says the feedback will help shape future Innovation Network Programs, including accelerator, SBIR/STTR support, and regional cluster efforts.
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Key Changes
- Opens a voluntary comment process on supply chain gaps in critical industries.
- Asks for input on technologies, workforce needs, specialized suppliers, commercialization barriers, and supply chain data tools.
- Signals that SBA may use the feedback to shape future Innovation Network Program funding and support priorities.
Obligations
What this law requires
Entities that voluntarily submit comments in response to the RFI must send them by email to [email protected] and include the subject line “RFI Response: Innovation Networks and Supply Chains.”
Entities that voluntarily submit comments must ensure the comment submission does not exceed 5 pages, excluding the cover sheet.
Entities that voluntarily submit comments must include a cover sheet stating the individual or organization name, and, if applicable, the organization or individual point of contact and organization UEI.