Small Business & DVBE Participation (Commercially Useful Function)

This contract opportunity is designed to facilitate participation by certified Small Business Enterprises and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises as subcontractors under a prime contract, requiring them to perform a distinct and commercially useful function. The work falls under NAICS code 541930, which pertains to other scientific and technical consulting services, and is administered by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. Interested eligible businesses must respond by the deadline of July 1, 2026, to secure participation in this subcontracting arrangement. Participation is contingent upon meeting certification requirements and demonstrating the ability to independently manage and execute a defined portion of the work, ensuring meaningful contribution to the overall project. The opportunity is open to qualified entities with no restriction on geographic performance location within California, and all submissions must be processed through the state’s eProcurement platform.