Small Business Representation and Socioeconomic Certification Support

The contract supports the prime contractor in executing small business program rerepresentations under FAR 52.219-28, ensuring ongoing compliance with socioeconomic status certifications for WOSB, EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, and joint ventures. This includes the preparation, verification, and submission of all necessary documentation to maintain accurate representation in federal subcontracting activities and to affirm eligibility under applicable small business programs. The work requires meticulous attention to regulatory requirements and timely updates to reflect any changes in business status or ownership structure that could impact certification. The subcontractor will be responsible for facilitating SAM.gov verification processes to confirm active status and correct socioeconomic designations, ensuring alignment with federal contracting standards. The effort is tied to a NAICS code of 541611, indicating a focus on management consulting services that support federal compliance and program administration. The solicitation, issued by the Department of Defense under the Maritime Supply Chain office, requires responses by August 6, 2026, and the work is structured as a subcontract under a broader federal acquisition framework, with performance expected to support ongoing defense supply chain objectives.