SOCOM Federal Contracting Guide
U.S. Special Operations Command
Mission: Provide fully capable special operations forces to defend the United States and its interests.
Annual Obligation
$15B+ (FY2024)
Latest FPDS reporting period
Top NAICS
5
Most-bought codes (see below)
Vehicles
4
Primary contract vehicles
Procurement Profile
SOCOM funds and equips special operations forces across the four service branches plus Joint Special Operations Command. Procurement covers specialized equipment, communications, ISR systems, training, mission support, and rapid-acquisition technology development. SOCOM is known for fast acquisition cycles and willingness to engage non-traditional contractors via Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) and SOFWERX.
Top NAICS Codes at SOCOM
Primary Contract Vehicles
- SOFWERX OTAs
- USSOCOM SOF Communications and Network IDIQs
- GSA MAS
- Alliant 2
Where to Find Opportunities
Small Business at SOCOM
SOCOM has active small business programs especially around innovative technology. SOFWERX consortium offers entry pathways for non-traditional contractors and small business OTAs.
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NAICS 541715 — Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Top NAICS at SOCOM. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
NAICS 541330 — Engineering Services
Top NAICS at SOCOM. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
NAICS 541512 — Computer Systems Design Services
Top NAICS at SOCOM. 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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