Small Business Program Certification and Compliance Support

The contract seeks advisory services to ensure compliance with FAR 52.219-1, focusing on the verification and support of small business program certifications including Woman-Owned Small Business, Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, HUBZone, and 8(a) programs. The contractor will provide expert guidance to confirm eligibility, maintain accurate documentation, and navigate regulatory requirements essential for participating in federal contracting opportunities reserved for these designated small business categories. The work must be performed in Minneapolis with a zip code of 55417, and all deliverables are expected to align with the standards set by the Department of Veterans Affairs through its Network Contract Office 23. Responses are due by May 15, 2026, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time, and the opportunity is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 541611, which corresponds to management consulting services. Although no solicitation number is provided, the contract is posted on SAM.gov and is intended to support federal compliance efforts related to small business set-asides. The contractor must demonstrate proficiency in federal procurement regulations and the specific certification criteria for each eligible small business program, ensuring that clients can maintain standing and access to contracting opportunities reserved for disadvantaged and veteran-owned businesses.