Manufacturing computers and computer hardware for government IT infrastructure. Find active federal and state electronic computer manufacturing contracts — AI-scored against your profile across SAM.gov and 200+ portals.
Annual federal spend under NAICS 334111 exceeds $5 billion, driven by demand for secure, high-performance computing systems. Competition is intense, with large integrators like Dell, HP, and IBM dominating, but small businesses capture ~20% via set-asides. Contracts are typically multi-year IDIQs or BPAs, not one-off buys, with GSA Schedule 70 and SEWP V as primary vehicles. Demand spikes from DoD modernization (e.g., JEDI, JWCC), DHS cybersecurity upgrades, and Intelligence Community classified systems. Agencies increasingly require TAA-compliant, made-in-USA hardware for security reasons.
These agencies are the largest buyers of electronic computer manufacturing services and products in the federal government. Each awards contracts under NAICS 334111 regularly — build relationships with their small business offices first.
Focus on GSA Schedule 70 or SEWP V contracts, where most 334111 buys occur. Pursue 8(a) or SDVOSB set-asides, which are common for this code due to high small-business targets. The highest-leverage move: obtain a facility clearance (Secret or Top Secret) to qualify for classified work, which commands premium pricing and less competition. Partner with a large prime as a subcontractor to gain past performance on IDIQs, then prime your own set-aside awards.
Work is bought via LPTA for commodity hardware and best-value for specialized systems. Top vehicles: GSA Schedule 70 (IT), SEWP V (NASA), 8(a) STARS III (GSA), and agency-specific IDIQs (e.g., DoD ESI). Evaluation focuses on technical capability, past performance, and price. TAA compliance and supply chain security are increasingly weighted.
No mandatory certification, but ISO 9001 or AS9100 (for DoD) is often required. For classified work, a facility clearance (Secret or Top Secret) is essential. TAA compliance (country of origin) is also critical for many agencies.
Awards range from $500K to $10M, with most IDIQs having $5M-$20M ceilings. Task orders average $1M-$3M. The largest set-aside contracts (e.g., 8(a) STARS III) can reach $50M.
Yes. Many primes seek small business subcontractors for hardware integration. You need to register in SAM and have a past performance record. Subcontracting is a common entry point for new entrants.
Very competitive. About 200-300 small businesses actively bid. Success requires differentiation: specialized hardware (e.g., ruggedized, high-security), TAA compliance, or a facility clearance. Without these, you compete on price against large integrators.
Performance and payment bonds are rare for hardware-only contracts under $150K. For larger contracts, bonds may be required. General liability ($1M+) and cyber insurance are often mandatory. No special licensing beyond standard business licenses.