Small Business Joint Venture or Teaming Partner (Supply Role)

A small business partner, such as a Women-Owned Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, or HUBZone concern, is engaged under a subcontract arrangement to supply or distribute engine starters in support of Defense Logistics Agency requirements. The subcontract operates within the broader framework of meeting federal socioeconomic objectives by ensuring participation from certified small businesses in the defense supply chain. The NAICS code 423830 identifies the contract within the wholesale trade sector for automotive parts and supplies, indicating the nature of the goods being provided. This subcontract is linked to a primary contract managed by the Department of Defense and is intended to fulfill mission-critical logistics needs through collaborative partnerships that enhance small business involvement in defense contracting. The performance location and precise delivery details are not specified, but the arrangement is structured to ensure compliance with small business set-aside goals without a formal set-aside designation.