Subcontractor for Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) Mitigation

The subcontract seeks a qualified small business to provide an independent review and develop a detailed mitigation plan to ensure compliance with Clause 1352.209-74 regarding the avoidance of organizational conflicts of interest. This engagement requires the subcontractor to assess existing processes, identify potential conflicts arising from the prime contractor’s role or relationships, and propose actionable strategies to neutralize or eliminate those conflicts in a manner that meets federal standards for fairness and integrity in government contracting. The work must be conducted with objectivity and documented thoroughly to demonstrate full alignment with the clause’s requirements. The contract is designated as a Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 541611, meaning only small businesses qualifying under SBA standards are eligible to respond. Performance is to take place in Boulder, Colorado, with a response deadline of August 12, 2026. The contracting activity is under the National Institute of Standards and Technology within the Department of Commerce, and the subcontractor will be expected to work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure mitigation measures are fully integrated and enforceable. No point of contact is listed, and all inquiries must be handled through the official SAM.gov portal linked in the posting.