VA’s New Review Process Could Delay Your Next Award—Here’s What Contractors Need to Know

The Department of Veterans Affairs just changed the playbook for how it handles high-dollar and mission-critical contracts. On May 13, 2025, the VA issued a new acquisition memo that adds an extra—and mandatory—layer of review for certain contracts. If you’re a small or mid-sized business in IT, professional services, or dealing with large-dollar awards, this change could slow things down unless you’re ready.