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Annual federal spend under NAICS 928110 exceeds $50 billion, driven by DoD, NSA, CIA, DHS, and CISA. Competition is intense, with a mix of large primes and specialized small businesses. Contracts are predominantly IDIQs and BPAs, with task orders awarded on a best-value basis. Demand is fueled by evolving cyber threats, intelligence modernization, and global security priorities. Set-asides for small businesses are limited due to security clearance requirements, but 8(a) and SDVOSB programs are used where feasible.
These agencies are the largest buyers of national security services and products in the federal government. Each awards contracts under NAICS 928110 regularly — build relationships with their small business offices first.
To win under 928110, focus on obtaining Top Secret/SCI clearance and relevant past performance with intelligence or cyber agencies. The buying pattern favors best-value tradeoffs over LPTA. The highest-leverage move is to team with a prime that holds a multi-agency IDIQ (e.g., SEWP, 8(a) STARS III) and pursue task orders as a subcontractor. Common set-asides include 8(a) and SDVOSB, but only for non-core or support services; direct prime awards are rare for small businesses without an established relationship.
Contracts are awarded via best-value tradeoff, emphasizing technical capability and past performance over price. Common vehicles include GSA Schedule 70, SEWP V, 8(a) STARS III, and agency-specific IDIQs (e.g., NSA's R-CISC, DHS Eagle II). Evaluation typically focuses on personnel qualifications, security clearance levels, and relevant experience.
Yes, most contracts require at least a Top Secret facility clearance (FCL) and appropriate safeguarding. Without it, you cannot access classified information or perform the work directly.
Task orders range from $500,000 to $50 million, with a median around $5 million. Larger awards are typically for systems integration or analytic support, while smaller ones cover specialized cyber tools or training.
Yes, personnel often need certifications like CISSP, CISM, or PMP for cyber roles, and polygraph examinations are frequently required. The specific certs depend on the SOW and agency.
Extremely competitive. Only about 15% of prime contracts go to small businesses due to security barriers. Most small businesses compete as subcontractors; direct prime awards are rare without an established track record.
Yes, GSA Schedule 70 (IT) is commonly used for cyber and IT support, but for intelligence-specific work, agencies prefer their own IDIQs like SEWP or NSA's R-CISC. GSA is best for non-core support services.