FAR 52.219-3 — Notice of HUBZone Set-Aside or Sole Source Award
Restricts competition to HUBZone small business concerns. Includes provisions for HUBZone sole-source awards.
When This Clause Applies
Used when the CO sets aside an acquisition for HUBZone competition or makes a sole-source HUBZone award (up to $7M for manufacturing, $4.5M for services).
What This Means for Contractors
Only HUBZone-certified firms may compete. Certification must be current at the time of offer and at award. HUBZone firms enjoy a 10% price preference in full-and-open competitions involving them and large businesses. Performance of work requirements (35% of employees living in HUBZone) must be maintained throughout performance.
Common Pitfalls
- 1Letting HUBZone certification lapse before award
- 2Falling below the 35% HUBZone-residence employee threshold during performance
- 3Confusing HUBZone preference (price) with HUBZone set-aside (eligibility)
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Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside
Restricts competition to small business concerns for the specific NAICS code identified in the solicitation.
Limitations on Subcontracting
Sets the percentage of work a small business prime must self-perform on a set-aside contract (currently 50% for services and supplies, with similar limits for construction).
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