Small Business Joint Venture or Teaming Partner (Socioeconomic Participation)

The contract supports socioeconomic participation through a joint venture or teaming arrangement designed to enable a prime contractor to represent and leverage small business status under federal programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB. This subcontract opportunity requires the respondent to collaborate with a prime contractor to fulfill contract obligations while maintaining compliance with the eligibility and performance requirements of one or more of these small business programs. The activity is tied to the NAICS code 334511, which pertains to the manufacturing of electronic components and accessories, indicating the technical scope involves specialized production or supply chain functions within this industry. Participation must align with federal guidelines governing small business set-asides, ensuring that the joint venture or teaming entity contributes meaningfully to contract performance and meets ownership, control, and operational criteria established by the SBA and DoD. The solicitation is issued by the Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate under the Department of Defense and is open for response through August 13, 2026, with a posting date of July 29, 2026. While no specific place of performance or point of contact is provided, the opportunity is accessible via the DIBBS platform and is categorized as a subcontract, meaning it is intended for firms seeking to partner with a prime contractor rather than compete directly for a primary award. There is no defined type of set-aside identified, implying that the prime contractor will determine the applicable socioeconomically designated status under which the partnership will operate. Interested parties must ensure their organizational structure, ownership, and performance capabilities meet the stringent requirements of the relevant small business program to qualify under this partnership model.