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Find DHS small business subcontractors

The Department of Homeland Security runs a large small business program across its components. Primes on DHS contracts use SamMatch to find certified small business subcontractors for teaming and subcontracting plan goals.

About Department of Homeland Security subcontracting

DHS primes carry FAR 52.219-9 subcontracting goals across small business, SDB, HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB categories. Cybersecurity, IT modernization, and mission-support services are common subcontracting areas.

Common DHS subcontracting verticals

  • Cybersecurity and IT (NAICS 541512, 541519)
  • Professional and mission-support services (NAICS 541611, 541990)
  • Facilities and logistics (NAICS 561210, 493110)
  • Staffing and administrative support (NAICS 561320, 561110)

How to find DHS subcontractors on SamMatch

  • Enter your requirement — target NAICS and required socio-economic categories.
  • Get ranked matches from the ACTIVE SAM.gov / SBA DSBS small business pool.
  • Filter to 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB to fill specific plan goals.
  • Log outreach for your FAR 52.219-9 good-faith-effort record.

Frequently asked questions

How do primes find DHS subcontractors on SamMatch?

Enter your requirement — target NAICS and required socio-economic categories — and SamMatch ranks ACTIVE small businesses by fit. You can also browse the pool by NAICS code.

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