Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers

Wholesale distribution of computer and office equipment to government agencies.

NAICS 423430 · Sector 42: Wholesale Trade

By Outrider Editorial Team · Updated October 7, 2026

SBA size standard

250 employees

Measured by average number of employees over the last 24 months

SBA table effective March 2023

FY2025 federal spending

The Department of Justice bought 27% of the $78.0M obligated under 423430 in FY2025.

Contract awards
660
Contract vehicles (IDVs)
9

Top buying agencies

  1. Department of Justice$21.4M
  2. Department of Health and Human Services$13.9M
  3. Smithsonian Institution$11.1M
  4. Department of Defense$8.9M
  5. District of Columbia Courts$7.7M

FY2025 federal contract obligations, USAspending.gov

Computer and Office Equipment Wholesale Distribution (NAICS 423430) covers distributors of computer equipment, office equipment, and related products. In government contracting, this includes distributors selling computer hardware, peripherals, and office equipment to federal agencies.

What Businesses Fall Under This Code

423430 includes computer equipment distributors, office equipment distributors, and technology hardware resellers. In government, this includes companies distributing computer equipment, peripherals, and technology products to federal agencies.

SBA Size Standard and What It Means

The SBA size standard for 423430 is 250 employees. With 250 employees or fewer, you count as a small business on contracts filed under this code.

Federal Spending in This Category

Federal technology equipment spending exceeds $10 billion annually for computer hardware, peripherals, and office equipment. All agencies procure computer equipment regularly.

Top Agencies Buying in This Code

All federal agencies procure computer and office equipment. GSA manages purchasing through the Federal Supply Schedule, and agencies can order directly from distributors on GSA Schedule.

Tips for Tech Companies Using This Code

Register for 423430 if you distribute computer or office equipment to government. Getting on the GSA Schedule is valuable for distributors—it allows federal agencies to purchase directly at negotiated rates without competitive bidding.

Pro Tip: Equipment distributors have steady government demand. Focus on specialized equipment (rugged computers, security-focused equipment) to differentiate from larger competitors and develop niche government markets.

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