Subcontractors Registration & Directory Services

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Tier Levels & Requirements

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Tier E: Emerging Subcontractor 

Purpose: Provide a proven pathway for newer firms to build readiness and move into Tier-1.
Requirements:

• Registered in SAM.gov and active Unique Entity ID (UEI) 
• Verified legal entity (U.S.-based), verifiable address, key management contacts 
• At least one (1) completed assignment or contract (could be non-federal) in last 24 months 
• Submission of basic company profile, NAICS codes, preliminary capabilities statement 
• Agreement to abide by FCCoC Subcontractor Registry Code of Conduct and data-sharing obligations
• Enroll in FCCOC-Sub-Contractor Edu. within 30 days

Advantages: 

• Entry listing in directory under “Emerging – FCCoC” 
• Access to FCCoC foundational training modules (intro to federal subcontracting) 
• Eligibility to receive “Emerging NOI” (Notice of Intent) alerts for opportunities up to $100,000
  

Accountability/Monitoring: 

• Subcontractor must submit annual self-certification/attestation of continuing readiness 
• FCCoC reserves the right to review basic compliance records, and may require upgrade or removal if no activity in 12 months

FEE- $1500.00 - ANNUALLY

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Tier 1: Registered Subcontractor

Requirements:

• All Emerging level requirements (or, if not using Emerging, the prior “Tier 1” baseline) 
• Active SAM.gov registration, valid UEI, no active suspension/debarment 
• Fully completed FCCoC Subcontractor Readiness Program (or approved equivalent) and passed a readiness assessment/test (minimum score X%) 
• Upload of full capabilities statement and profile, identified NAICS codes, DUNS/UEI etc. 
• Verifiable basic past performance: at least one subcontract or contract in last 18 months (could be small) 
• Enroll in FCCOC-Sub-Contractor Edu. within 30 days
• Willingness to submit subcontracting performance data (e.g., % of small business spend, timely delivery, change-order history) via FCCoC annual questionnaire 
• Signed Subcontractor Registry Participation Agreement including clause to allow FCCoC to verify past performance and to remove rating for cause.

Advantages: 

• Standard listing in FCCoC Subcontractor Directory (with “Tier 1” badge) 
• Access to FCCoC “Tier 1-only” notices of intention for opportunities up to $150,000-$250,000 
• Access to FCCoC training modules (compliance, teaming, proposal basics)

Accountability/Monitoring: 

• Annual renewal required: submission of updated capabilities, verification of active registrations, disclosure of any new suspensions/debarments 
• Semi-annual performance self-report: attestation of continuing activity, changes in ownership/management, any contract issues 
• Right of FCCoC to audit a random sample of Tier 1 firms each year (e.g., 5-10% sample) for documentation and accuracy 
• If the subcontractor fails to respond, or misrepresents data, FCCoC may downgrade them to Emerging or remove them from the registry 

FEE- $3000.00 - ANNUALLY

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Tier 2: Certified Contract-Ready Subcontractor

Requirements:

• All Tier 1 requirements PLUS: 
  • Minimum of 3 verified past performance references in the last 3 years (contracts or subcontracts) with documented client evaluations 
  • Valid small business status (for example, via SBA: 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, VOSB, or other) or equivalent certification 
  • Completed FCCoC “Contract-Ready” training modules (including proposal teaming, subcontractor management, subcontract compliance) and passed corresponding assessment (score minimum Y%) 
  • Active participation (as member or speaker) in at least one FCCoC industry committee or working group (e.g., GSA, DoD, VA, small business outreach) in last 12 months 
  • Enroll in FCCOC-Sub-Contractor Edu. within 30 days
  • Submission of key performance indicators (KPIs) for last 2 years (e.g., number of contracts awarded, dollar value, % on-time delivery, change-order rate, small‐business participation rate, subcontractor turnover, quality/defect issues) 
  • Agreement to quarterly reporting to FCCoC (or as required) of major contract milestones/metrics
     

Advantages: 

• “Tier 2 – Certified Contract-Ready” badge and priority placement in directory search results 
• Eligibility for FCCoC “Tier 2-only” NOI alerts for opportunities up to $250,000- $500,000 
• Highlighted profile in matchmaking, teaming events, and prime-offeror referral lists 
• Access to advanced business development support, template libraries, joint-venture matchmaking

Accountability/Monitoring: 

• Annual renewal with full KPI submission for previous year, verification of small-business certification, verification of past performance references 
• Quarterly self-reporting of key metrics and any material changes (ownership, management, financial status, compliance events) 
• Twice yearly random audit/review by FCCoC (or its designated oversight committee) of supporting docs for performance claims 
• If any major negative event occurs (e.g., suspension/debarment, major contract failure, poor performance rating from prime), subcontractor may be downgraded to Tier 1 or removed entirely 
• Subcontractor must maintain an improvement plan if KPI thresholds fall below defined benchmarks (see below)

FEE- $4000.00 - ANNUALLY

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Tier 3: Elite Performance Subcontractor

Requirements:

• All Tier 2 requirements PLUS: 
  • At least two or more full federal contracts or subcontracts completed in last 3 years (or equivalent major projects) with exceptional performance evaluations (client references reflecting excellent delivery, schedule/quality adherence) 
  • Demonstrated compliance discipline: e.g., zero unresolved audit findings, internal quality/compliance program, documented risk management procedures 
  • Completion of FCCoC “Advanced Contracting Excellence” modules (pricing strategy, audit readiness, subcontract-compliance management, supplier diversity optimization) and passed assessments (score minimum Z%) 
  • Letter(s) of recommendation from a prime contractor, government agency, or FCCoC partner attesting to high performance, teaming leadership and reliability 
  • Active leadership role in FCCoC: for example, speaking at events, mentoring other subcontractors, sponsoring an initiative or serving on the steering committee 
  • Enroll in FCCOC-Sub-Contractor Edu. within 30 days
  • Submission of rigorous KPI set for last 3 years (e.g., contractor satisfaction scores, % over target, change-order frequency, cost growth, schedule variance, small business participation exceeded goal, TEAMS created) 
  • Commitment to “bench-marked continuous improvement”: subcontractor shall set and publish annual improvement targets (e.g., reduce schedule variance by X%, increase small-business teaming by Y%)

Advantages:

• “Tier 3 – Elite” badge and distinctive highlighting in FCCoC directory, marketing materials and prime contractor/agency referral lists 
• Eligibility for FCCoC “Tier 3-only” NOI alerts for subcontracting up to $500, 000 to $1 million 
• Invitation to high-visibility procurement roundtables, policy discussions, prime-subcontractor networking forums 
• Access to premium templates, direct legal/compliance advisory referrals, and marketing co-promotion by FCCoC

 Accountability/Monitoring: 

• Annual renewal process including full KPI submission, verification of performance references, review of improvement targets and achievement 
• Quarterly self-reporting of KPIs and any major shifts (financial, management, contracts) 
• Annual independent audit or peer review of subcontractor performance claims and compliance (FCCoC may contract an external reviewer) 
• If subcontractor falls below defined benchmark thresholds or incurs major negative event (e.g., suspension/debarment, termination for default, significant cost/schedule overrun) FCCoC may suspend or remove Tier 3 status or revert to Tier 2. Subcontractor must submit and implement a Corrective Action Plan (CAP) to regain elite status. 
• Practicum: If a Tier 3 subcontractor fails two years in a row to meet improvement targets or lapses performance, they are automatically reviewed for removal from elite listing.

FEE- $5000.00 - ANNUALLY

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