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Subcontractor Classification Data Sheet


The U.S. Defense Department requires that U.S. supplier sources be identified by
the following classifications:

Small Business: A concern, including its affiliates, that is independently owned and operated, not dominant in the field of operations, and qualified as a small business under the criteria and size standards in 13 CFR Part 121 (see 19.102)

Small Disadvantaged Business: Has received certification as a small disadvantaged business concern consistent with 13 CFR Part 124, subpart B. The net worth of each individual upon whom the certification is based does not exceed $750,000 after taking into account the applicable exclusions set forth. It is listed, on the date of its representation, on the register of small disadvantaged business concerns maintained by the Small Business Administration. The firm must be 51 percent unconditionally owned by one or more socially and economically disadvantaged individuals; or in the case of any public owned business, at least 51 percent of the voting stock is unconditionally owned by one or more socially and economically disadvantaged individuals; and whose management and daily business operations are controlled by one or more such individuals.

Women-owned Small Business (FAR 19.001): A concern that is at least 51% owned by one or more women, or in the case of a publicly owned business, at least 51% of the stock of which is owned by one or more women; and whose management and daily business operations are controlled by one or more women. DoD does not consider women-owned businesses as disadvantaged.

Nonprofit Organizations: A business entity organized and operated exclusively for charitable,scientific, or educational purposes, no part of the net earnings of which pass to the benefit of any private shareholder or individual, and which are exempt from Federal income taxation under Section 501 of the Internal Revenue Code.

Hub Zone Empowerment (Public Law 104-135): A historically underutilized business zone, which is an area located within one or more qualified census tracts, qualified non-metropolitan counties, or lands within the external boundaries of an Indian Reservation. Appears on the List of Qualified HUBZone Small Business Concerns maintained by the Small Business Administration.

Veteran-Owned Small Business: Not less than 51 percent of which is owned by one or more veterans (as defined at 38 U.S.C. 101(2)) or, in the case of any publicly owned business, not less than 51 percent of the stock of which is owned by one or more veterans; the management and daily business operations of which are controlled by one or more veterans.

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business: Not less than 51 percent of which is owned by one or more service-disabled veterans, or in the case of any publicly owned business; not less than 51% of the stock of which is owned by one or more service-disabled veterans; and the management and daily business operations of which are controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans or, in the case of a veteran with permanent and severe disability, the spouse or permanent caregiver of such veteran.

Alaska Native Corporation (ANC): Any Regional Corporation, Village Corporation, Urban Corporation, or Group Corporation organized under the laws of the State of Alaska in accordance with the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, as amended (43 U.S.C. 1601, et seq.) and which is considered a minority and economically disadvantaged concern under the criteria at 43 U.S.C. 1626(e)(1). This definition also includes ANC direct and indirect subsidiary corporations, joint ventures, and partnerships that meet the requirements of 43 U.S.C. 1626 (e)(2).

Indian Tribe: Any Indian tribe, band, group, pueblo, or community, including native villages and native groups (including corporations organized by Kenai, Juneau, Sitka, and Kodiak) as defined in the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (43 U.S.C.A. 1601 et seq.), that is recognized by the Federal Government as eligible for services from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in accordance with 25 U.S.C. 1452(c). This definition also includes Indian-owned economic enterprises that meet the requirements of 25 U.S.C. 1452(e).

Large Business: A concern that is not classified above.

In addition to other laws which may be applicable, section 16(d) of The Small Business Act, 15 U.S.C. 645(d), provides severe criminal penalties for knowingly misrepresenting the small business size status of a concern in connection with procurement programs. Section 16(a) of the Act also provides, in part, for criminal penalties for knowingly making false statements or misrepresentations to SBA for the purpose of influencing in any way the actions of the Agency. FAR 52.219-22 states:

Penalties and Remedies. Anyone who misrepresents any aspects of the disadvantaged status of a concern for the purposes of securing a contract or subcontract shall:

(1) Be punished by imposition of a fine, imprisonment, or both;
(2) Be subject to administrative remedies, including suspension and debarment; and
(3) Be ineligible for participation in programs conducted under the authority of the
Small Business Act.


To be in compliance with Federal Guidelines, please select the correct classification for your company and submit the form to the appropriate FME purchasing contact.


Classification
   Small Business
   Small Disadvantaged Business
   Women-owned Small Business
(FAR 19.001)
   Nonprofit Organization
   Hub Zone Empowerment
(Public Law 104-135)
   Veteran-Owned Small Business
   Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned
Small Business
   Alaska Native Corporation (ANC)
   Indian Tribe
   Large Business

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