DFARS 252.219-7003Small Business Subcontracting Plan (DoD Contracts)
Overview
This clause requires large business prime contractors on DoD contracts over $750,000 to submit a small business subcontracting plan. The plan must establish goals for awarding subcontracts to small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB businesses.
When Does This Apply?
DoD contracts over $750,000 awarded to large businesses where subcontracting opportunities exist.
Key Requirements
- 1Submit subcontracting plan before contract award
- 2Establish percentage goals for each small business category
- 3Report subcontracting achievements through eSRS (Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System)
- 4Liquidated damages for failure to make good faith effort
Flowdown to Subcontractors
No — DFARS 252.219-7003 does not flow down to subcontractors. This clause applies only to the prime contractor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is DFARS 252.219-7003?
DFARS 252.219-7003 (Small Business Subcontracting Plan (DoD Contracts)) This clause requires large business prime contractors on DoD contracts over $750,000 to submit a small business subcontracting plan. The plan must establish goals for awarding subcontracts to small, s
Does DFARS 252.219-7003 flow down to subcontractors?
No, DFARS 252.219-7003 does not flow down to subcontractors. This clause applies only to the prime contractor.
When does DFARS 252.219-7003 apply?
DoD contracts over $750,000 awarded to large businesses where subcontracting opportunities exist.
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