Small Business Subcontracting & Accelerated Payments Coordination

The contract supports the prime contractor in fulfilling small business subcontracting goals and managing accelerated payments to small business subcontractors in accordance with FAR 52.232-40. This role requires active coordination to ensure compliance with federal regulations governing small business participation, including tracking subcontractor performance, verifying eligibility, and facilitating timely payments to qualifying small businesses. The effort is critical to maintaining the prime contractor’s adherence to government-mandated subcontracting targets and promoting economic opportunities for small businesses within the defense supply chain. The work is associated with NAICS code 541611 and is scoped to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, under the Department of Defense. Performance is expected to occur in the area with zip code 47522, indicating the primary location of operations. Respondents must submit proposals by July 15, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on July 8, 2026. While no set-aside designation is specified, the focus remains on enabling small business engagement through streamlined payment processes and proactive subcontracting management.