Veterans Affairs Opportunity for Small Businesses Act of 2026

This bill amends the Department of Veterans Affairs' procurement rules to update how small business preferences are applied. It removes a previous preference category and ensures the VA prioritizes small businesses certified under the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.) when awarding contracts. The change directly affects small businesses seeking VA contracts by aligning VA procurement practices with the Small Business Administration's certification standards. The bill makes a specific procedural adjustment to the existing law without creating new programs or funding.