Small Business and M/W/DBE Subcontracting Coordination

The contract requires the provision of subcontracting services to ensure compliance with state-mandated participation goals for small businesses and disadvantaged firms on the state-funded portion of the project. Specifically, the subcontractor must facilitate at least 25 percent of the work being performed by DAS-certified Small Businesses and a minimum of 6.25 percent by Minority-, Women-, or Disadvantaged Business Enterprises. This obligation is tied to the prime contractor’s requirements under the state’s procurement policies, and the subcontractor is responsible for coordinating, tracking, and verifying participation to meet these thresholds. The work is associated with NAICS code 541330, indicating professional, scientific, and technical services, and is managed by Connecticut’s DAS Procurement agency. Submissions for this opportunity are due by July 27, 2026, with the solicitation posted on June 24, 2026. There is no set-aside designation specified, but the focus remains on achieving diversity in subcontracting through certified entities. The place of performance and exact office location are not detailed, but the contract is administered through the Connecticut DAS Procurement portal, and all activities must align with state compliance standards. Interested parties must engage through the official state bidding platform to respond to this opportunity, with success dependent on demonstrable plans and evidence of meaningful subcontracting arrangements with qualifying firms.