ED Federal Contracting Guide
U.S. Department of Education
Mission: Promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access.
Annual Obligation
$2B+ (FY2024 direct contracts)
Latest FPDS reporting period
Top NAICS
5
Most-bought codes (see below)
Vehicles
4
Primary contract vehicles
Procurement Profile
ED procurement covers IT modernization (student aid systems, FAFSA, NSLDS), data analytics, program evaluation, and policy research. Federal Student Aid (FSA) operates as a Performance-Based Organization with its own acquisition focus. Most contracts are professional services.
Top NAICS Codes at ED
NAICS 541512
Computer Systems Design Services
NAICS 541611
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
NAICS 541618
Other Management Consulting Services
NAICS 541618
Other Management Consulting Services
NAICS 541715
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Primary Contract Vehicles
- ED-CIO IDIQs
- GSA MAS
- Alliant 2
- CIO-SP4
Small Business at ED
ED meets small business goals. Active 8(a) and WOSB participation, especially in data analytics and program evaluation work.
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NAICS 541512 — Computer Systems Design Services
Top NAICS at ED. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
NAICS 541611 — Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Top NAICS at ED. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
NAICS 541618 — Other Management Consulting Services
Top NAICS at ED. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting
Critical for small business set-aside contracts at this agency.
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