Computer Systems Design Services: NAICS 541512
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 541512
Computer Systems Design Services. This industry falls under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services sector (NAICS codes beginning with 54).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 541512 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the computer systems design services space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 541512 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 541512, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for computer systems design services 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.
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NAICS 541512 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the computer systems design services market has seen 77,315 contract awards totaling $96.4B in value. The median contract size is $33K, with approximately 2,148 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
77,315
Total Value
$96.4B
Median Contract
$33K
Competitors
2,430
Contract value distribution
19,014 small business awards ($23.5B total value,$328K median)
2,430 companies compete for NAICS 541512 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 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), 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 541512.
Recent NAICS 541512 Opportunities
View all →The Department of Defense is procuring the design, development, implementation, testing, and validation of a Commercial Solutions for Classified Wireless Local Area Network at SOCNORTH Headquarters located at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. Key requirements include extending both the Secure Internet Protocol Router Network and the Non-classified Internet Protocol Router Network over a government-controlled network, with a site visit scheduled for July 14, 2026.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is procuring a Contract Management Solution (CMS) to enhance its application development capabilities. The solution will involve perpetual license software and is anticipated to be solicited among GSA MAS Information Technology Professional Services contract holders. The solicitation is expected to be released on or before July 24, 2026.
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The Department of the Interior is contracting for IT services through a Blanket Purchase Agreement with a focus on application development support services for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The work includes Power Platform application development as part of a follow-on contract to a previous purchase order.
The Department of Defense is procuring innovative Command and Control (C2) capabilities through the Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO). This initiative aims to modernize the Army's C2 information systems to enhance decision-making and operational effectiveness against emerging threats. Key requirements include advanced analytics, integrated data layers, and resilient transport systems to support large-scale combat operations.
The U.S. Department of State is procuring instructional systems design and development services for the National Foreign Affairs Training Center (NFATC) to ensure continuity of essential services during a 12-month bridge contract. The services include instructional systems design, digital learning support, and multimedia services, and the contract will be awarded to the incumbent contractor, Systems Plus, Inc., due to their operational experience and institutional knowledge.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to develop and operate the Health Services Portfolio Application. This new contract will utilize the Alliant 3 Government Wide Acquisition Contract and will be awarded as a multiple award Blanket Purchase Agreement, with the anticipated release date in August 2026.
The Department of Defense is procuring utility monitoring and control systems for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The draft solicitation has been amended to extend the proposal due date to August 24, 2026, contingent on the final solicitation release. Key requirements include the design and repair of electrical and electronic equipment components.
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