Small Business Compliance and Representations Management

This contract requires the management of small business status compliance, including accurate representation of size and socioeconomic eligibility in accordance with FAR regulations and continual updates to the System for Award Management (SAM) to reflect current status. The subcontractor must ensure ongoing adherence to all requirements under the Small Business Administration’s Total Small Business Set-Aside, specifically tied to NAICS code 541611, which corresponds to management consulting services. Annual verification of small business status, UEI number validation, and proper certification of socioeconomic designations are imperative to maintain eligibility and avoid representational inaccuracies that could jeopardize the award or result in penalties. All compliance activities must be performed in alignment with Federal Acquisition Regulation standards, with strict attention to timing and documentation to meet the July 29, 2026 deadline. The contract is issued under the Department of the Interior’s Great Plains Regional Office, and while no specific place of performance is identified, the successful offeror is expected to maintain active and accurate SAM registration throughout the term of performance. No subcontractor may claim small business status without verified, up-to-date representations in SAM, and failure to comply with annual updates or misrepresentation could lead to debarment or contract termination.