Small Business Set-Aside & Socioeconomic Certification Support

This contract supports small businesses in preparing compliant responses to a Sources Sought Notice by providing consulting services focused on socioeconomic certification and capability statement development. The work is intended to help eligible small businesses meet federal procurement requirements under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, as defined by the SBA and FAR 19.5, with the North American Industry Classification System code 541611 indicating management consulting services. The services must be delivered in alignment with the VA’s Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically under the 248-NETWORK Contract Office 8, and the performance location is specified as San Juan with a zip code of 00921. The contract is structured as a subcontract and has a strict submission deadline of July 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM, following a posting date of June 26, 2026. All deliverables must ensure small businesses are properly certified and positioned to compete successfully in federal contracting opportunities under the set-aside framework.