Small Business / DVBE Subcontracting Participation

This contract opportunity is designed to encourage participation from certified Small Businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises in providing a distinct element of security services under a larger project managed by the California Department of Water Resources. Eligible businesses must assume management control and perform a Commercially Useful Function, ensuring meaningful involvement in the execution of security-related tasks rather than passive roles. The subcontracting arrangement is structured to promote genuine economic inclusion and operational responsibility for certified participants. The solicitation is open for submissions until September 17, 2026, with the opportunity posted on July 24, 2026. It falls under NAICS Code 561612, which corresponds to Security Services, and is specifically targeted at creating pathways for Small Businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises to engage in federal- and state-funded work. While the exact location of performance is unspecified, the contracting entity is the State of California, and interested parties must access the opportunity through the official eProcurement portal to submit responses and obtain further details.