Small Business Subcontracting Participation in Logistics and Support Services

The contract invites small businesses to participate in subcontracting opportunities within freight transportation, facilities support, and administrative services under a Small Business Set Aside framework, where the entire requirement is reserved exclusively for small business performers. The North American Industry Classification System code 484220 identifies the scope as general freight trucking, indicating that logistics and transportation services form the core of the effort, with related support functions also included. The prime contract holder is under obligation to ensure that all work under this set-aside is conducted by certified small businesses, making participation contingent on verified small business status and compliance with SBA regulations. Performance is anticipated to take place in Ames, Iowa, with a zip code of 50011, and all work must be performed in alignment with federal contracting requirements applicable to small business subcontracts. Interested parties must respond no later than August 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time, with the opportunity posted on SAM.gov as of July 31, 2026. The contracting authority is the U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, Animal and Food Microbiology Application and Processing Division, though specific point of contact details are not provided. Potential subcontractors should review the full opportunity on SAM.gov to understand performance expectations, reporting obligations, and any additional requirements tied to participation in this federally mandated small business initiative.