Limited Pass-Through Subcontracting for Specialized Components

This contract authorizes limited pass-through subcontracting for specialized components that cannot be performed in-house, with strict requirements for justification and full cost transparency to comply with FAR 52.215-23. All subcontracting decisions must be thoroughly documented and auditable, ensuring that any pass-through costs are necessary, reasonable, and directly tied to technical requirements beyond the prime contractor’s internal capabilities. The solicitation is issued by Fermilab, a Department of Energy contractor, under NAICS code 332996, targeting suppliers capable of delivering highly specialized components for performance at the 60510 zip code location. Proposals must be submitted by July 8, 2026, and must include detailed cost breakdowns and supporting rationale to demonstrate compliance with federal procurement standards, with no set-aside provisions applying to this opportunity.