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Authorized Subcontractors

Engaging with Authorized Subcontractors under the DoD Mentor-Protégé Program can significantly enhance your ability to secure government contracts. These organizations provide guidance, resources, and networking opportunities to help small businesses succeed in the federal marketplace. Download the full list, an organization's list, or search for a specific provider to find an Authorized Subcontractor that's the right fit for you!

APEX Accelerators

Local Accelerators assist businesses in navigating government contracting, offering:

  • Training and workshops on procurement processes
  • Help with certifications/compliance (CMMC, ITAR, DFARS, etc.)
  • Connections to Prime Contractors and subcontracting opportunities
Manufacturing Innovation Institutions (MII)

These institutes focus on advanced manufacturing solutions and provide:

  • Collaboration opportunities on DoD-funded R&D projects
  • Access to state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities
  • Technical and workforce development support for small businesses
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Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)

These centers support minority-owned and economically disadvantaged small businesses by offering:

  • Assistance with 8(a) Business Development Program applications
  • Training on securing set-aside and sole-source contracts
  • Guidance on accessing government funding and procurement opportunities
Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU)

HBCUs partner with the DoD to support small businesses through:

  • DoD Research & Development programs
  • Mentorship and technology transfer partnerships
  • Access to federal funding opportunities like SBIR/STTR grants
Minority-Serving Institutions (MSI)

MSIs, including Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs), provide:

  • Networking opportunities with DoD agencies and prime contractors
  • Business support programs for minority entrepreneurs
  • Research partnerships in defense, cybersecurity, & technology sectors
Women's Business Centers (WBC)

Funded by the Small Business Administration (SBA), help women entrepreneurs enter the government contracting space. They provide:

  • Business counseling and mentorship
  • Assistance with federal contract applications
  • Resources for obtaining Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certifications