Small Business Status and Subcontracting Compliance Support

This contract seeks support services to assist small businesses in complying with the Non-Manufacturer Rule and subcontracting limitations as defined under 13 CFR §125.6 for federal procurement opportunities. The assistance will focus on ensuring small businesses maintain their eligibility under set-aside programs by properly structuring their supply chains and managing subcontractor relationships to meet regulatory thresholds. The goal is to help businesses navigate complex compliance requirements so they can successfully compete for and retain federal contracts without violating size standards or subcontracting caps. The services are targeted at small businesses operating under NAICS code 541611, which pertains to management consulting services, and performance is to be rendered in San Diego, California, with a zip code of 92161. The solicitation has an established deadline for responses by July 28, 2026, and the contracting office responsible is the Department of Veterans Affairs under the 262-NETWORK Contract Office 22. Although the specific type of set-aside is not defined, the nature of the work implies support for small business set-asides, requiring expertise in federal acquisition regulation compliance, documentation, and audit readiness for non-manufacturer firms.