Small Business Subcontracting (Non-Manufacturer Rule Compliance)

This contract opportunity is a small business set-aside under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside provisions, intended for small business manufacturers to subcontract and produce connectors compliant with the Qualified Products List. The prime awardee must be a distributor operating under the Non-Manufacturer Rule outlined in FAR 52.219-14, meaning the small business subcontractor must be the actual manufacturer of the connectors and not merely a reseller. The NAICS code 334417 applies, indicating the work involves the manufacturing of electronic connectors and components. The opportunity is open to small businesses that can demonstrate their ability to meet QPL standards and fulfill the requirements as the production entity under a prime distributor’s contract. The solicitation has a response deadline of August 6, 2026, and is issued through the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain office, with performance expected to support defense logistics requirements. Participation requires strict adherence to small business regulations and manufacturing capability verification.