Small Business Prime Contractor (Set-Aside Role)

This contract is a total small business set-aside under the SBA program, requiring the prime contractor to assume full responsibility for all aspects of performance, including direct execution of work, subcontractor management, and strict adherence to federal compliance standards. As a small business prime, the contractor must ensure that all work is performed by eligible small business concerns and that subcontracting efforts support the set-aside requirements outlined in FAR 19.5. The NAICS code 423430 indicates the contract relates to merchant wholesalers of hardware, plumbing, and heating equipment, and the performance location is tied to the DDSP New Cumberland Facility operated by the Department of Defense. The solicitation was posted on August 5, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses on August 7, 2026, and the contract type is classified as a subcontract opportunity, meaning the prime must structure and oversee all downstream contractual relationships while remaining fully accountable to the government. The contractor must operate within the defined timeframe and comply with all applicable regulations governing small business set-asides and defense procurement practices.