DC Government Experience. CBE-Certified. Ready to Deliver.

C Associates LLC is a certified DC Certified Business Enterprise with 12 preference points and direct experience supporting staffing and recruiting work across multiple DC Government agencies.

Our CBE Credentials

C Associates LLC is certified by the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) as a Certified Business Enterprise.

LBE

Local Business Enterprise

Certified DC-based local business

SBE

Small Business Enterprise

Certified small business by DC standards

DZE

Development Zone Enterprise

Located in a designated DC development zone

ROB

Resident-Owned Business

Majority owned by a DC resident

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Preference Points on DC Procurement

Our combination of CBE certifications earns the maximum available preference points when we are included as a subcontractor on DC Government proposals. This makes C Associates a high-value partner for prime contractors bidding on District contracts. For a detailed guide on how CBE preference points work in RFP and RFB evaluations, including how to apply for certification, read our CBE Preference Points Guide.

DC Government Agency Experience

Our team has direct experience working with and supporting recruiting efforts across multiple Washington, DC Government agencies.

OCFO

Office of the Chief Financial Officer

Finance, budget analysis, and financial operations staffing support

DBH

Department of Behavioral Health

Program, administrative, and clinical support roles

EOM

Executive Office of the Mayor

Administrative, communications, and special project support

OCTO

Office of the Chief Technology Officer

IT staffing, technical support, and digital inclusion outreach

DCNet

DC Government Network Infrastructure

IT infrastructure, network, and technology contractor support

DCPS

DC Public Schools

Workforce outreach, student recruitment, and educational program support

(Page references 17 total agencies with multi-year placement support)

"And additional DC Government agencies, boards, and offices across the District."

Procurement at a Glance

Key facts for procurement teams and prime contractors evaluating C Associates as a subcontracting partner.

Business Name

C Associates LLC

CBE Certification Status

Certified ✓ LBE, SBE, DZE, ROB

Preference Points

12 Points (Maximum Available)

Service Type

Staffing, Recruiting, Workforce Support

Business Location

Ward 7, Washington, DC

Certifying Agency

DC DSLBD (Dept. of Small and Local Business Development)

Recognition

2025 DSLBD Dream Pitch Competition Winner

Contact

(202) 641-7366 ✓ info@cassociatesstaffing.com

NAICS & Service Codes

Primary industry codes used for procurement, subcontracting, and contract vehicle alignment.

561320

Temporary Staffing Services

Primary code for contract and temporary staffing placements

561311

Employment Placement Agencies

Direct hire and permanent placement recruiting

541612

HR Consulting

Human resources consulting and workforce advisory

541519

IT Consulting Services

Technology staffing and IT workforce support

611430

Professional Development

Workforce training and career development support

541611

Management Consulting

Organizational and business operations support

Working With Prime Contractors

We are a strong subcontracting partner for prime contractors delivering staffing, IT, or professional services work to DC Government agencies.

Maximize Proposal Competitiveness

Our 12 preference points can make a meaningful difference in DC Government bid evaluations. Including C Associates as a named subcontractor adds clear procurement value.

Meet LSDBE Subcontracting Goals

We can help you meet DC's Local, Small, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise subcontracting participation requirements with documented, active work.

Deliver Real Staffing Work

We are not a compliance placeholder. We actively recruit, screen, and submit candidates to fulfill the staffing scope we are contracted for.

Streamlined Coordination

We understand government contracts, teaming agreements, and the documentation required. We make the subcontracting relationship easy to manage.

Starting a Conversation With a DC Agency?

If you are a DC Government agency or procurement officer exploring CBE staffing options, here is what we bring to the table.

CBE-certified with the maximum 12 preference points
Direct DC Government staffing and recruiting experience
Familiarity with agency environments, professional expectations, and compliance steps
Ability to quickly source and screen qualified contractors for a wide range of roles
Clear communication, documentation support, and follow-through
Ward 7 DC business committed to local hiring and workforce participation

Ready to Partner With a DC CBE Staffing Firm?

Whether you are a prime contractor, a DC Government agency, or an organization evaluating local staffing options, we would welcome the opportunity to talk.