Professional Services Government Contracts
Management, financial, and administrative support services are bought largely on people and process. The winning approach documents how quality is maintained when staff turn over.
Top buyers
- GSA
- Department of Health and Human Services
- Department of the Treasury
- Department of Education
Common NAICS codes
- 541611 — Administrative Management Consulting
- 541618 — Other Management Consulting Services
- 541990 — All Other Professional and Technical Services
Typical award size
$150K support tasks to $25M multi-year programs
What evaluators weigh
- Key personnel qualifications
- Quality control approach
- Staffing and retention plan
- Price realism
Where bids go wrong
Retention is a scored risk
Evaluators discount staffing plans without retention evidence. Include actual turnover data and surge procedures.
Wrap rates decide most awards
In a commoditized field, indirect rate discipline usually matters more than technical differentiation.
FAQ
Which agencies buy professional services services?
The most active buyers include GSA, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of the Treasury, plus state and local equivalents that mirror federal requirements.
What NAICS codes apply to professional services?
Start with 541611, 541618, 541990. The code the contracting officer assigns to a solicitation controls the small business size standard for that bid.
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