Wired Telecommunications Carriers — NAICS 517311
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 517311 (Wired Telecommunications Carriers). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 517311
Wired Telecommunications Carriers. This industry falls under the Information sector (NAICS codes beginning with 51).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 517311 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the wired telecommunications carriers space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 517311 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 517311, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for wired telecommunications carriers 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 517311. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.
NAICS 517311 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the wired telecommunications carriers market has seen 12,261 contract awards totaling $801.2M in value. The median contract size is $7K, with approximately 341 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
12,261
Total Value
$801.2M
Median Contract
$7K
Competitors
336
Contract value distribution
1,117 small business awards ($168.7M total value,$18K median)
336 companies compete for NAICS 517311 contracts
See who's winning, their award values, and where you fit in the market
Explore CompetitorsSize Standards
The SBA establishes size standards for each NAICS code to define what qualifies as a "small business" for federal contracting purposes. For NAICS 517311 (Wired Telecommunications Carriers), 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 517311.
Recent NAICS 517311 Opportunities
View all →The procurement involves local telecommunication services for Travis Air Force Base in California. Key requirements likely include reliable communication infrastructure and support for military operations.
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