NAICS 517110: Wired Telecommunications Carriers

NAICS 517110 - Wired Telecommunications Carriers covers the provision of telecommunications services delivered via physical media, including fiber optics, coaxial cable, and other wired infrastructure. This sector encompasses the installation, maintenance, and operation of landline telephony and high-speed data transmission systems. In the government contracting landscape, this code is critical for establishing secure, high-bandwidth communication networks and terrestrial connectivity required for mission-critical operations and administrative infrastructure. The competitive landscape is characterized by a mix of large-scale professional services firms and specialized technical integrators. Major players such as Amentum Services, Inc., Deloitte Consulting LLP, and EPS Corporation lead in award volume, indicating a market where large prime contractors often manage complex telecommunications deployments. The presence of firms like GovCIO, LLC and Vantor Services Inc. suggests a strong demand for technical systems integration and managed services within the wired infrastructure space. The Department of Defense is the dominant buyer in this sector, driving the vast majority of procurement activity to support military communications and secure installations. Other significant agencies include the Department of Homeland Security, the General Services Administration, and the Department of the Interior, reflecting a broad need for terrestrial network connectivity across diverse federal environments and remote operational sites. The market is heavily concentrated within defense and national security procurement, creating high opportunity density for contractors capable of meeting stringent security and reliability standards. The prevalence of diverse contractors—ranging from technical service providers to industrial suppliers like 3M Company—indicates a procurement pattern that blends infrastructure hardware installation with high-level systems consulting and maintenance.