NAICS Code Guide
Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services
Information · SBA Size Standard: $34M · ~12,000 registered entities
NAICS 518210 covers cloud computing and data hosting for federal agencies. FedRAMP-authorized cloud providers compete for JEDI, milCloud, and civilian agency cloud contracts.
About NAICS 518210
NAICS 518210 covers establishments primarily engaged in providing infrastructure for hosting or data processing services — including cloud computing, data centers, managed hosting, and application hosting. In federal contracting, this is the code for cloud service providers and data center operators. AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud all hold CAGE codes and SAM registrations under this NAICS. Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) authorization is typically required for cloud services sold to federal agencies. DISA, CIA, NSA, and civilian agencies award major cloud contracts under this code.
518210
NAICS Code
$34M
SBA Size Standard
12,000
Registered Entities
Applicable Set-Aside Programs
Companies that qualify under NAICS 518210 and hold applicable SBA certifications can compete for set-aside contracts reserved for these programs. Certifications are linked to your CAGE code record in SAM.gov.
Learn about set-aside programs →Top Federal Buyers Under NAICS 518210
These agencies award the most contract dollars under this NAICS code. See full award data on FedAtlas.com.
FedRAMP and Federal Cloud Contracting
Cloud services for federal agencies require FedRAMP authorization — a standardized security assessment and authorization process. FedRAMP Authorized status is increasingly a prerequisite for cloud service contracts. Key programs:
- AWS GovCloud — FedRAMP High authorized; used across DoD and IC
- milCloud 2.0 — DISA's managed cloud for DoD
- GSA Cloud.gov — platform-as-a-service for civilian agencies
Look Up a NAICS 518210 Vendor
Decode any CAGE code to verify a vendor's primary NAICS code, SAM status, and certifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the size standard for NAICS 518210?
$34 million average annual receipts.
What is FedRAMP and do all cloud vendors need it?
FedRAMP provides a standardized approach to security assessment for cloud products used by federal agencies. Most cloud services require FedRAMP authorization (at Moderate or High impact level). Some low-impact services can operate under an agency authorization.
Contract Award Data
NAICS 518210 Awards on FedAtlas.com
See every federal contract won under NAICS 518210 — by company, agency, state, and year.
NAICS 518210 Quick Facts
- Code
- 518210
- Sector
- Information
- SBA Size Standard
- $34M