Small Business Subcontracting & Accelerated Payment Compliance

The contract seeks consulting support to assist the prime contractor in fulfilling obligations related to small business subcontracting and accelerated payments as mandated by Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses. The focus is on ensuring compliance with federal requirements designed to promote participation by small businesses in Department of Defense contracts and to facilitate timely payments to these smaller entities. The work involves advising on the structuring of subcontracts, tracking and reporting small business utilization rates, and aligning payment schedules with accelerated payment guidelines to meet federal benchmarks. Performance of the services is centered in Jacksonville, Florida, with a specified NAICS code of 541611 indicating the scope is tied to management consulting services. This is a subcontracting opportunity under a broader Department of Defense procurement effort managed by the Land Supply Chain organization. The solicitation was posted on August 4, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses on August 17, 2026, and no set-aside designation has been applied, meaning all eligible firms may compete. The contractor must be prepared to provide strategic guidance and documentation capabilities to verify compliance, potentially including data entry, audit readiness, and ongoing reporting throughout the life of the prime contract.