Manufacturer/Nonmanufacturer Rule Compliance Support (Consulting)

The contract seeks advisory services to assist the prime contractor in adhering to the Small Business Administration’s 13 CFR 121.406 Manufacturer/Nonmanufacturer Rule, focusing on accurate employee count verification and confirmation of active manufacturing engagement. The services will ensure compliance with federal small business set-aside requirements by validating that the prime contractor meets the thresholds for both workforce size and hands-on involvement in the production process of supplied goods. The advisory team will review internal records, operational structures, and supply chain activities to provide authoritative assessments and actionable recommendations. This subcontract is issued under NAICS code 541611 for Management Consulting Services and is procured by the Department of Veterans Affairs through the 257-NETWORK Contract Office 17. The solicitation was posted on April 24, 2026, with a response deadline of May 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM. There is no designated set-aside classification, and performance location details are unspecified. The work requires deep familiarity with SBA regulations and the ability to conduct rigorous audits of manufacturing processes and labor documentation to support eligibility determinations in federal contracting.