Small Business and Socioeconomic Status Representation

This contract requires formal representation of small business socioeconomic status, including accurate disclosure of affiliations and joint venture arrangements under programs such as Woman-Owned Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, and HUBZone. All submissions must align with SBA regulations and be properly reflected in SAM.gov records to ensure compliance with the Total Small Business Set-Aside designation. The prime contractor must verify and certify its eligibility under the specified socioeconomic categories and document any partnership structures that affect its small business status. The solicitation is issued under NAICS code 541611 for Management Consulting Services and is part of a subcontract opportunity under the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain ESOC Buys office. Response submissions are due by July 30, 2026, with the solicitation opened on July 19, 2026. Participation requires strict adherence to federal acquisition regulations related to small business certifications and set-asides, and failure to provide accurate, complete, and timely representations may result in disqualification or contractual penalties. All information must be submitted through the designated DIBBS portal to be considered valid.