Small Business Subcontracting and Program Certification Support

The contract seeks support services to ensure compliance with small business program certifications including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and HUBZone certifications, as well as the proper structuring and representation of joint ventures under federal contracting guidelines. The work involves assisting subcontractors in accurately representing their small business status, maintaining documentation requirements, and aligning with regulatory standards to preserve eligibility and avoid compliance risks during performance under Department of Defense contracts. This effort is critical to uphold the integrity of small business set-asides and ensure that all represented statuses are valid and properly verified throughout the lifecycle of subcontracting arrangements. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 541611 for Management Consulting Services and is issued under the LSO Combat Vehicles and Armament organization within the Department of Defense. Subcontracting support services must be delivered in alignment with federal acquisition regulations and program-specific rules governing each certification type. Responses are due by July 31, 2026, and the contract is open to entities capable of providing expert guidance on small business certification maintenance, compliance audits, and joint venture legal and operational structuring. While specific performance location details are not provided, the work is expected to support federal subcontracting activities nationwide, requiring a thorough understanding of federal small business programs and their evolving compliance frameworks.