As a small business, it is important to note that the government does set aside a portion of government contract opportunities specifically for small businesses. Prime Contractors are often required to use subcontractors that qualify as a small business. When you register with these contractors, they will know you are a viable option and consider your company to work on their contracts.
A "Prime" is the primary contracted company. The government acknowledges them as the primary contractor. Then the work preformed or supplies purchased must be sub-contracted out to small businesses.
The Next Step
If you have chosen 3 designated primes, we should have received them by now. If not, please provide those to us today as we have chosen 3 primes for you based on your NAICS and geographic area.
We must have your Prime selection within 72 hours or we will proceed with the Primes we have chosen for you. Email the processing team with your choice/s.
