Accelerated Payment Processing for Small Business Subcontractors

The contract requires administrative support services to ensure full compliance with FAR 52.232-40, focusing on the timely processing of invoices and the acceleration of payments to small business subcontractors. This effort is designed to improve cash flow for small businesses by streamlining payment cycles and adhering strictly to federal procurement regulations governing subcontractor payments. The work will involve coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to verify invoice accuracy, eliminate processing delays, and maintain detailed records to demonstrate regulatory adherence. This is a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, meaning only small business concerns may submit bids, and the North American Industry Classification System code is 541211, indicating the scope centers on accounting, bookkeeping, and financial services. The contract is managed by the NASA Shared Services Center under the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, with performance location in Cleveland, Ohio, 44135. Responses are due by July 27, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on July 21, 2026, indicating a short nine-day window for submission. The goal is to enhance efficiency in federal subcontractor payments while supporting small business participation in government contracting.