In Acquisition and Business, our mission is to acquire the goods
and services that support the safe and efficient operation of
the National Airspace System.
Every year, we make investment decisions on topics
ranging from radar systems to office supplies and as we
build NextGen to upgrade the airspace system,
we'll be making many more of these decisions in the coming years.
While contracts to large companies often make headlines,
small business contracts are equally important.
In fact, without them, we couldn't succeed.
Small companies often fill gaps that big ones cannot. They have an
inspiring capacity for innovation and provide necessary
competition, which enhances quality and lowers costs.
That's why today, we recognize and highlight the significant
accomplishments of all that have made profound contributions
toward the FAA Small Business Development Program.
Their accomplishments resulted in improvements in our acquisition outcomes,
strengthening our aviation industrial base and
economic development.
So, thank you to all who have contributed to the success
of the Small Business Development Program
and congratulations to all
"Best of the Best" Awardees.