FCCoC DEFENSE BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

The FCCoC Defense Business Enterprise is structured on tiered authority, disciplined access, and mission contribution. Membership level determines voice, influence, and responsibility—not marketing exposure.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (MANDATORY)

To qualify for Executive-Level membership, applicant organizations must meet all baseline criteria:

1. Executive Authority
    
   • Membership must be sponsored and maintained by a C-suite executive, President, Managing Partner, or Flag-level equivalent with decision-making authority.
      
   • Delegation below the Vice President level is not permitted.
      

              2.   Defense Market Engagement
 

• Active participation in federal or defense contracting, demonstrated by at least one of the following:
   
  • Prime or subcontractor status on federal/DoD contracts
     
  • Documented pipeline or proposal activity within the last 24 months
     
  • Defense-relevant commercial capabilities with clear dual-use application
     

              3.   Operational Compliance
 

• Adherence to all applicable federal statutes and regulations, including:
   
  • FAR/DFARS
     
  • Cybersecurity requirements (e.g., NIST, CMMC as applicable)
     
  • Ethics, procurement integrity, and export controls
     
• No unresolved suspensions, debarments, or integrity 

                            violations.
 

                 4.   Strategic Contribution
 

• Willingness to actively contribute 

                             to councils, working groups, policy     

                             discussions, or mission initiatives.
 

• Passive or “logo-only” participation is grounds for denial or removal.

GOVERNANCE & ACCOUNTABILITY

• Membership is reviewed annually for compliance, participation, and strategic alignment.
   
• Failure to meet engagement or ethical standards may result in probation or termination.
   
• Pricing reflects access, influence, and operational value—not marketing exposure.

 Tier I— Defense Associate Member

$10,000 annually

Purpose:
Entry-level access for defense-aligned firms seeking integration into the FCCoC Defense Enterprise ecosystem without governance authority.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Defense-relevant capability or services
   
• Demonstrated interest in federal or DoD markets
   
• Executive or senior management sponsor (Director level or above)
   
• No adverse compliance history
   

Access & Privileges:

• Participation in select Defense Councils and working groups
   
• Access to Defense Enterprise briefings and education forums
   
• Inclusion in member capability exchanges and networking engagements
   
• Eligibility to apply for advancement to Command or Executive levels
   

Limitations:

• No voting rights
   
• No policy authorship authority
   
• No governance or leadership 

                    positions
 

• Observational status only in Executive sessions
   

Intent:
Prepare firms for higher-level participation while assessing readiness, discipline, and 

alignment.

Tier II — Command-Level Industry Member

$25,000 annually

Purpose:
Operational contributors with demonstrated capability, positioned below Executive Command but above associate status.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Active or imminent participation in federal or defense contracting
   
• Executive sponsor at the Vice President or equivalent level
   
• Commitment to active participation in at least one Defense Council
   
• Compliance with FAR/DFARS and applicable cybersecurity standards
   

Access & Privileges:

• Structured participation in Defense Councils and cross-domain initiatives
   
• Limited voting rights at the council level (no Executive Branch votes)
   
• Priority access to Defense Enterprise intelligence, collaboration, and initiatives
   
• Eligibility to serve in deputy or supporting leadership roles
   

Limitations:

• No Executive Branch governance 

                    authority
 

• No independent policy release 

                    authority
 

• Advancement subject to annual performance review
   

Intent:
Serve as the operational backbone supporting Executive strategy and enterprise execution.

Tier III— Executive Command Member

$50,000 annually

Intended For:

Mid-to-large defense contractors, advanced 

technology firms, and high impact 

subcontractors.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Annual revenue: $1M–$10M (or defense-equivalent capability)
   
• Designated Executive Representative
   
• Participation in at least one Defense Council
   

Privileges:

• Full voting rights within Defense Enterprise governance
   
• Direct access to FCCoC Executive Branch briefings
   
• Eligibility for leadership roles within councils
   
• Priority inclusion in policy advocacy and industry coordination efforts

Tier IV — Senior Strategic Partner

$75,000 annually (Invitation Only)

Intended For:
Prime contractors, major integrators, and strategic suppliers critical to defense readiness.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Annual revenue: $100M+ or designated strategic value
   
• C-suite or EVP-level engagement
   
• Active participation in multiple councils or working groups
   

Privileges:

• Advisory influence on FCCoC Defense priorities
   
• Executive-level roundtables with government and industry leaders
   
• Early access to market intelligence and strategic initiatives
   
• Authority to sponsor cross-domain initiatives

 Tier V — Defense Enterprise Flag Member

$100,000 annually (Invitation Only)

Intended For:
Industry leaders shaping national defense capability and acquisition strategy.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Demonstrated national-level defense impact
   
• CEO/President-level commitment
   
• Board-level engagement with FCCoC Defense Enterprise
   

Privileges:

• Seat on the FCCoC Defense Enterprise Executive Advisory Board
   
• Direct influence on enterprise strategy and policy positioning
   
• Strategic alignment with FCCoC-HQ command initiatives
   
• Recognition as a Defense Enterprise force-multiplier organization