Small Business Subcontracting Coordination

Contractors must coordinate and manage subcontracting at least 25 percent of the net contract value to certified Small Businesses or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises to be eligible for California’s 5 percent bidding preference. This requirement applies to the subcontracting plan under solicitation for services related to NAICS code 541611, which covers management consulting services. The contract is administered by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and is open for response until May 26, 2026, with submissions due by 10:00 PM Pacific Time. Compliance with the subcontracting target is mandatory to qualify for the preference, and documentation of verified participation from eligible entities must be maintained and submitted as part of the bid process. The work scope involves administrative and operational oversight to ensure subcontractor engagement meets state compliance standards, with performance likely occurring across various locations within California, though specific places of performance are not defined in the posting.