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The $900 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes a provision that may favor large U.S. defense contractors. Section 821 allows companies with existing Pentagon contracts to maintain non-traditional status by keeping research, development, and bidding costs under $1.1 million, regardless of total Department of Defense revenue.

This provision may enable large firms to access Other Transaction Authority (OTA) procurements, typically reserved for smaller contractors. Analysts note that this could streamline procurement processes, potentially increasing innovation and competition within the defense sector. Major companies like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and General Dynamics may see benefits, as OTAs have consistently expanded over the past 10-15 years, attracting more capital to the national security market.