Part 219 - Small Business Programs

Part 219 of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement outlines the Department of Defense's policies and procedures for supporting small businesses in federal contracting. It details the goals for small-business participation, eligibility criteria, subcontracting requirements, and the administration of programs such as the 8(a) Business Development and HUBZone initiatives. The part also explains reporting obligations and the mechanisms for monitoring compliance with small-business utilization objectives.