Small Business & Socioeconomic Category Participation

Small and socioeconomic disadvantaged businesses are invited to participate as subcontractors or suppliers under a prime contract managed by the Department of Defense through its Maritime Supply Chain office. The opportunity, posted on May 8, 2026, with a response deadline of May 13, 2026, is specifically structured to facilitate the involvement of eligible small businesses in the supply chain for maritime-related requirements, categorized under NAICS code 423830 which relates to merchant wholesalers of hardware, plumbing, and heating equipment. There is no formal set-aside designation, but the solicitation is designed to promote participation by disadvantaged firms looking to support federal contracting efforts. Responses must be submitted by the deadline to be considered, and interested parties should access the full details through the provided DIBBS portal link to understand specific requirements and submission instructions. All performance and contractual obligations will be fulfilled under the prime contractor, with subcontractors providing goods or services as required by the overall project scope.