Major DepartmentCMMC in scope

DoDDepartment of Defense

Annual Spend

$400B+ annually

CMMC Level

Set per solicitation (DFARS 252.204-7021)

Key Offices

OUSD(A&S), DPAP, Defense Pricing & Contracting

Overview

The Department of Defense is the largest buyer of goods and services in the federal government, with an annual procurement budget exceeding $400 billion. DoD contracts span nearly every industry, from advanced weapons systems and IT services to facilities maintenance and logistics. Where a DoD solicitation carries DFARS 252.204-7021, the Contracting Officer names the CMMC level the contract requires for the systems that process, store or transmit FCI or CUI.

Top NAICS Codes

NAICS 541330 NAICS 541511 NAICS 541512 NAICS 541519 NAICS 541715

Common Contract Types

FFPCPFFT&MIDIQBPA

Key Procurement Offices

OUSD(A&S)DPAPDefense Pricing & Contracting

Component Agencies

Army|United States Army

$180B+ annually

Navy|United States Navy

$170B+ annually

Air Force|United States Air Force

$160B+ annually

Space Force|United States Space Force

$30B+ annually

USMC|United States Marine Corps

$15B+ annually

DARPA|Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency

$4B+ annually

DISA|Defense Information Systems Agency

$12B+ annually

DLA|Defense Logistics Agency

$45B+ annually

DCSA|Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency

$3B+ annually

NSA|National Security Agency

$15B+ annually (estimated)

DIA|Defense Intelligence Agency

$8B+ annually (estimated)

NGA|National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

$5B+ annually (estimated)

NRO|National Reconnaissance Office

$10B+ annually (estimated)

MDA|Missile Defense Agency

$12B+ annually

DCMA|Defense Contract Management Agency

$3B+ annually

SOCOM|United States Special Operations Command

$14B+ annually

CYBERCOM|United States Cyber Command

$6B+ annually (estimated)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find contracts with DoD?

Search SAM.gov for active Department of Defense solicitations. Monitor the DoD procurement forecast published annually. Register in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and set up saved searches for relevant NAICS codes.

Does DoD require CMMC?

CMMC is not set agency-wide. Under DFARS 252.204-7021(d)(1) the Contracting Officer inserts the required level — Level 1 (Self), Level 2 (Self), Level 2 (C3PAO) or Level 3 (DIBCAC) — into each solicitation, covering the systems that process, store or transmit FCI or CUI. Read the solicitation rather than a generic agency rule: https://www.acquisition.gov/dfars/252.204-7021-contractor-compliance-cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-level-requirements. Separately and regardless of CMMC status, DFARS 252.204-7012, implementation of NIST SP 800-171 and a current SPRS score remain binding on contracts that carry them.

What are the top NAICS codes for DoD contracts?

The most commonly used NAICS codes for Department of Defense contracts include 541330, 541511, 541512, 541519, 541715. These codes cover the primary contracting areas for DoD. Check SAM.gov for specific opportunities under each code.

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