Small Business Subcontracting and Accelerated Payment Administration

The contract seeks administrative support to ensure compliance with subcontracting requirements and facilitate accelerated payments to small business subcontractors under Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement guidelines. This effort is focused on enabling timely financial flow to small businesses as part of broader Department of Defense procurement goals, with the work governed by NAICS code 541211, which pertains to accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll services. The administrative functions will involve monitoring, tracking, and reporting on subcontractor performance and payment timelines to meet federal mandates for small business participation and economic stimulation. The opportunity is posted by the Maritime Supply Chain under the Department of Defense, with responses due by August 19, 2026. Although no specific location for performance is indicated, the work is expected to support contractual obligations tied to defense procurement activities. There is no set-aside designation specified, and the contract type is classified as a subcontract, indicating the awardee will provide support services to a prime contractor rather than directly to the government. Interested parties must access the solicitation through the specified DIBBS portal to submit proposals, with no point of contact provided for inquiries.