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Sector-by-sector starting points
Federal contracting looks different in every industry — different agencies, codes, vehicles, and evaluation factors. Use these sector snapshots to orient, then confirm the codes that fit your business.
IT & Cybersecurity
Common NAICS
Top buyers: DoD, DHS/CISA, VA, GSA, civilian CIO shops
Watch for CMMC/cyber requirements, GWACs (SEWP, CIO-SP), and GSA MAS IT categories.
Construction & Facilities
Common NAICS
Top buyers: Army Corps of Engineers, GSA PBS, VA, NAVFAC
Bonding capacity and safety record matter early; many set-asides and SATOC/MATOC vehicles.
Professional & Management Services
Common NAICS
Top buyers: Nearly every agency
Past performance and key-personnel qualifications drive evaluations; GSA MAS PES is a common entry vehicle.
Emergency Management & Disaster
Common NAICS
Top buyers: FEMA, State EMAs, HHS
Pre-position, register with State EMAs, document surge capacity. Deeper disaster intelligence lives in NRS.
Logistics & Transportation
Common NAICS
Top buyers: DLA, DoD, FEMA, USPS
Capacity, coverage area, and rapid-response ability are differentiators.
Healthcare & Medical
Common NAICS
Top buyers: VA, HHS, DoD (DHA), IHS
Credentialing, compliance, and supply provenance are scrutinized closely.
Find your exact codes
These are starting points — use the NAICS Code Finder to pin down the codes that match what you sell, then build them into a readiness plan.