Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Wholesalers — NAICS 421490

About NAICS 421490

Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Wholesalers. This industry falls under the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS codes beginning with 42).

Federal agencies use NAICS code 421490 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the other professional equipment and supplies wholesalers space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.

How to Use NAICS 421490 in Federal Contracting

To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 421490, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for other professional equipment and supplies wholesalers work, they reference this code to determine the applicable small business size standard and any set-aside eligibility.

If you hold certifications such as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB, you may be eligible for set-aside contracts under this NAICS code. These set-asides limit competition to certified small businesses, giving you a significant advantage in winning federal work.

FedOverwatch monitors SAM.gov daily and can automatically match you with new opportunities under NAICS 421490. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.

Size Standards

The SBA establishes size standards for each NAICS code to define what qualifies as a "small business" for federal contracting purposes. For NAICS 421490 (Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Wholesalers), the size standard is based on either average annual receipts or number of employees, depending on the specific industry. Meeting the size standard for your primary NAICS code is required to qualify for small business set-aside contracts.

Visit the SBA Size Standards Table to find the current threshold for NAICS 421490.