SBA size standard
1,250 employees
Measured by average number of employees over the last 24 months
SBA table effective March 2023
FY2025 federal spending
The Department of Transportation bought 58% of the $422.0M obligated under 334210 in FY2025.
- Contract awards
- 557
- Contract vehicles (IDVs)
- 44
Top buying agencies
- Department of Transportation$245.6M
- Department of Defense$116.1M
- Social Security Administration$44.9M
- Department of Justice$7.7M
- Department of State$4.1M
FY2025 federal contract obligations, USAspending.gov
Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing (NAICS 334210) covers companies manufacturing telephone equipment, communications devices, and related telecommunications hardware. This code applies to manufacturers of specialized communications equipment for federal agencies.
What Businesses Fall Under This Code
334210 includes manufacturers of telephone equipment, secure communications devices, specialized communications hardware, and related equipment. In government contracting, this includes companies manufacturing secure phones, communications terminals, or specialized telecommunications hardware for federal use.
SBA Size Standard and What It Means
The SBA size standard for 334210 is 1,250 employees. With 1,250 employees or fewer, you count as a small business on contracts filed under this code.
Federal Spending in This Category
Federal communications equipment spending varies based on agency communications needs and modernization initiatives. DoD, Intelligence Community, and State Department procure specialized communications equipment.
Top Agencies Buying in This Code
The Department of Defense, Department of State, Intelligence Community, and Homeland Security are major communications equipment buyers. Federal agencies with specialized security requirements procure from 334210 vendors.
Tips for Tech Companies Using This Code
Use 334210 if you manufacture specialized communications equipment for federal agencies. Show compliance with federal security standards and specialized communications requirements. Understand federal communications protocols and security certifications.
Pro Tip: Communications equipment manufacturing requires specialized expertise and security clearances. This code is best for established manufacturers with federal security certifications and compliance experience.