SBA size standard
$16 million
Measured by average annual receipts over the last 5 fiscal years
SBA table effective March 2023
FY2025 federal spending
The Department of Defense bought 67% of the $201.1M obligated under 611420 in FY2025.
- Contract awards
- 659
- Contract vehicles (IDVs)
- 194
Top buying agencies
- Department of Defense$135.7M
- Department of Veterans Affairs$13.0M
- Department of State$11.0M
- Department of Transportation$9.0M
- Department of Justice$6.5M
FY2025 federal contract obligations, USAspending.gov
Computer and Information Systems Training (NAICS 611420) covers companies providing computer training, IT certifications, and IT education. Federal agencies procure extensive training for employees and contractors in technology skills, compliance, and specialized systems.
What Businesses Fall Under This Code
611420 includes training companies offering IT training, computer skills training, software training, and IT certification programs. In government, this includes companies providing cybersecurity training, software training, compliance training, and specialized IT skill development.
SBA Size Standard and What It Means
The SBA size standard for 611420 is $16 million in average annual receipts. With average annual receipts of $16 million or less, you count as a small business on contracts filed under this code.
Federal Spending in This Category
Federal IT training spending exceeds $5 billion annually. Agencies invest heavily in employee training, compliance training, and professional development in technology skills.
Top Agencies Buying in This Code
All federal agencies procure IT training. The Office of Management and Budget, General Services Administration, and federal agencies with significant IT transformations drive training spending. Cybersecurity training is particularly in demand.
Tips for Tech Companies Using This Code
If you provide IT training, use 611420. Show expertise in federal training delivery, compliance requirements (Section 508 accessibility, NIST standards), and adult learning methodologies. Develop training aligned with federal priorities like cybersecurity, cloud migration, and digital modernization.
Pro Tip: Federal IT training demand is strong and growing. If you develop high-quality training in cybersecurity, cloud, or federal modernization priorities, you have ready markets. Consider certifying trainers to deliver federal training and building scalable training programs.