What is a NAICS Code (and Why It Matters)

Q: Where do NAICS codes show up?

In registrations, postings, and award noticesbuyers filter by them when finding vendors and reporting spend.

Q: What about NIGP in Virginia?

NIGP is common for state and municipal buys (like eVA). Use both NAICS and NIGP to match how buyers search.

NAICS helps buyers find the right vendor categoriesheres how it applies to welding services.

NAICS Basics

NAICS is a standardized industry classification system. Agencies and primes use it to categorize scopes, search vendors, and structure solicitations.

Each code describes an industry category (e.g., structural steel, fabrication, maintenance)
Your profile can list multiple codesfocus on the ones buyers actually use for your work
Pair NAICS with NIGP (commonly used in Virginia) for visibility in state/municipal buys

How do I choose the best codes?

Pick codes that reflect real scopes: structural steel welding, metal fabrication, facility repairs, emergency welding. Avoid codes that dont match awarded work.

Where do NAICS codes show up?

In vendor registrations, opportunity postings, and award noticesbuyers filter by them when finding vendors and reporting spend.

What about NIGP in Virginia?

NIGP is common for state/municipal buys (like eVA). Use both NAICS (industry) and NIGP (commodity) to cover how different buyers search.