Engineering Services
Establishments primarily engaged in applying physical laws and principles of engineering in the design, development, and utilization of machines, materials, instruments, structures, processes, and systems.
Typical Services Contracted
Key Federal Agencies
Major federal agencies that purchase engineering services under this NAICS code.
Department of Defense
Military construction, weapons systems, and facilities
Army Corps of Engineers
Infrastructure, waterways, and construction
Department of Energy
Nuclear facilities, energy infrastructure
NASA
Aerospace and space systems engineering
Transportation
Highway, aviation, and transit infrastructure
Key Contract Vehicles
Government-wide and agency-specific acquisition vehicles commonly used for this NAICS code.
Market Trends & Opportunities
Current trends shaping federal procurement in this industry.
Competitive Landscape
Typical Competitors
- Large A/E firms (AECOM, Jacobs, WSP)
- Mid-size engineering companies
- Small disadvantaged businesses
- Specialty engineering consultants
Entry Barriers
- PE license requirements
- Past performance on similar projects
- Bonding and insurance requirements
- Security clearances for certain work
- Specialized technical expertise
Key Success Factors
- Licensed professional engineers
- Relevant project experience
- Strong safety record
- Quality management certifications
- Established agency relationships
Recommended Certifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management)
- AS9100 (Aerospace)
- ISO 14001 (Environmental)
- CMMI (for engineering services)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
NAICS Classification
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