Small Business Subcontracting and Compliance Advisory

The contract seeks advisory support to ensure full compliance with small business set-aside requirements under the Small Business Administration guidelines, specifically for a Total Small Business Set-Aside as defined under FAR 19.5. The focus is on promoting subcontracting transparency and accurate reporting to meet federal obligations, ensuring that prime contractors properly allocate work to small businesses and maintain verifiable documentation of their subcontracting efforts. Advisory services will include guidance on regulatory adherence, monitoring subcontracting plans, and supporting reporting mechanisms to uphold accountability throughout the procurement lifecycle. The work is tied to a North American Industry Classification System code of 541611, indicating services in management consulting, and will be performed in Saint Louis, Missouri, with a ZIP code of 63132. The contract is administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service, specifically under the Afm Apd office. Proposals must be submitted by August 4, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 23, 2026. The type of contract is classified as a subcontract, underscoring the importance of flow-down compliance and the need for robust oversight within the subcontracting chain to safeguard small business participation as mandated by federal policy.