Detailed Answer
Subcontractor to prime transition:
**On Same Contract:**
- Generally not allowed during contract
- OCI (organizational conflict of interest) concerns
- May have access to proprietary information
- Prime relationship creates conflict
**On Recompete/Follow-on:**
- Can compete as prime
- Must exit current teaming arrangement
- May still have OCI issues to mitigate
- Timing of transition matters
**Building Toward Prime:**
- Gain experience as sub
- Build direct customer relationships
- Develop independent capabilities
- Exit sub role before recompete
**Best Practices:**
- Document your independent work
- Establish information barriers
- Consult OCI rules carefully
- Consider timing strategically