Small Business Subcontracting / Socioeconomic Compliance Support

The contract seeks support services to ensure compliance with small business subcontracting requirements under FAR 52.219-28, focusing on accurate socioeconomic status representation and adherence to federal subcontracting obligations. The work involves monitoring, documenting, and verifying that prime contractors uphold their commitments to small businesses, including those owned by women, veterans, disadvantaged individuals, and other designated categories, to meet established goals and reporting standards. This subcontracting compliance support role is tied to the NAICS code 541611, indicating an emphasis on management consulting services, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the Maritime Supply Chain organization. The solicitation is open for responses until July 20, 2026, with proposals expected to demonstrate expertise in federal subcontracting regulations, data analysis for compliance tracking, and the ability to interact effectively with contractors across the defense supply chain. All work is expected to be performed in support of Department of Defense contracting activities, though specific performance locations are not detailed.