NASA SEWP VI officially starts November 1, 2026, and a lot of technology companies might feel like they missed a huge opportunity if they didn't get a contract this time around, or didn't have the time to get documents in order for the deadline.
The good news is that a prime award isn't the only way in. As we covered in our guide to NASA SEWP VI, many manufacturers, software publishers, and technology providers can sell through SEWP by partnering with authorized contract holders. But before you start down that rabbit hole, it helps to know whether what you sell actually fits.
In this blog, we'll walk through what can be sold through NASA SEWP VI, and how partnering with an authorized reseller can get your products in front of federal buyers.
NASA SEWP VI is a Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) that gives federal agencies a streamlined way to buy commercial Information Technology, Communications (ITC), Audio/Visual (AV), cloud, cybersecurity, and related services. Even though NASA manages the contract, it's available to all federal agencies and approved support service contractors.
The contract is split into three categories:
Each contract runs from November 1, 2026, through October 31, 2036, with a $20 billion limit per contract and a total ceiling of $60 billion (which is subject to change).
To give you a sense of the demand, SEWP V averages between $10 to $15 billion annually and is used by several government agencies. SEWP VI is expected to have a larger spend with the increased scope.
If you're a manufacturer, OEM, or software publisher, Category A is where your products will most likely live. NASA describes it as a broad suite of ITC/AV solutions, meaning technology where products like laptops are intertwined with services like maintenance, installation, and engineering.
Here are the in-scope examples NASA lists for Category A:
| Area | What's Included |
|---|---|
| IT Computer Systems / Compute Facilities | All forms of computer systems, from handheld devices to quantum computing servers, plus the technology and services to set up and maintain compute facilities |
| IT Storage Systems | Everything from a USB device to a mass storage system |
| Networking and Communication Equipment | Switches, routers, concentrators, diagnostic tools, Wi-Fi and radio devices, mobile systems, and smartphones |
| Imaging Equipment and Supporting Technology | Peripherals and accessories, including Health IT, IoT devices, displays, scanners, and 3D printers |
| IT Power and Cabling Equipment | Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), power supply units, computer and fiber optic cables, and supporting accessories like power racks and cable trays |
| Audio / Video Equipment | Video acquisition, production, post-production, distribution, display solutions, and medical imaging |
| Security and Sensor Equipment | Virus and spyware detection, firewalls, intrusion detection, encryption, monitoring and secure remote access tools, biometric devices, and security sensors |
| Software and Cloud Technology | Operating systems, data analysis, visualization, and engineering software, plus the full suite of cloud technology, including XaaS (X as a Service) |
| Product-Based Services | Installation, training, and maintenance |
NASA also notes that these are examples, not a complete list. Category A covers solutions that combine multiple areas, like video security systems, command-and-control systems, and videoconferencing.
Category A isn't only for hardware and software. Services can be provided without limitation if they are product-based, or with limitation if they are general services that are part of a product solution. And while product-based services need a product basis, the government doesn't have to buy a product along with them.
If your company is focused on IT professional services, such as cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, application development, or help desk support, those offerings line up with Categories B and C.
Category B is focused on enterprise-wide ITC/AV service solutions. NASA defines enterprise-wide as a large-scale requirement involving multiple departments, locations, customers, or field offices for a given agency. Here are the in-scope examples NASA lists for Category B:
| Area | What's Included |
|---|---|
| Enterprise-Wide Network Services | Corporate network, voice, data, and collaboration services, cable plant services, and Unified Communications and Collaboration (UCC) |
| IT Managed Services | End-user device, software, mobile device, and print management, infrastructure services, Enterprise Service Desk (ESD), and IT security |
| Enterprise-Wide Innovation Services | Continuous improvement and innovation that enhances IT services across the agency |
| IT Service Management (ITSM) | Tools for end-users to submit and track service requests, incidents, and feedback, search the knowledge base, and run reports |
| Enterprise Service Program Integration | Support for an agency's enterprise IT services strategy across networks, cybersecurity, data centers, end-user services, and enterprise applications |
| Information and Data Analytics Services (IDAS) | Prototyping, developing, deploying, and maintaining solutions that improve how agencies use and manage data |
| Application Services / Software Development | Planning, design, development, testing, integration, and maintenance for enterprise-wide applications |
| Cybersecurity Services | Continuous monitoring and threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, cyber forensics, and NIST risk management framework implementation |
| Cloud Services | Cloud governance, security and compliance, strategy and planning, storage and hosting, and XaaS |
| Digital Multimedia and Technical Communications | Agency television and broadcasting, website and social media operations, digital communications, and publishing support |
| Ancillary Services and Supplies | Services and supplies that are integral to and necessary for the IT services effort |
Category C covers many of the same service areas as Category B, but with a narrower focus. Instead of agency-wide efforts, Category C provides customized solutions at the mission or program level, or localized by region. Here are the in-scope examples NASA lists for Category C:
| Area | What's Included |
|---|---|
| Innovation Services | Mission-based continuous improvement and innovation |
| Information and Data Analytics Services (IDAS) | Solutions that improve how mission-specific data is used, managed, and applied |
| Application Services / Software Development | Planning, design, development, testing, integration, and maintenance for mission-specific applications |
| Cybersecurity Services | Mission-specific monitoring and threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, cyber forensics, and NIST risk management framework implementation |
| Cloud Services | Mission-specific cloud integration, governance, security and compliance, strategy, storage and hosting, and XaaS |
| Digital Multimedia and Technical Communications | Broadcasting, website and social media operations, digital communications, and publishing support |
| IT Operations and Maintenance / Help Desk / Call Center Support | Operating and maintaining mission-based IT systems, including mainframes, web-based applications, virtual desktop infrastructure, and networking |
| Network Services | A single end-to-end provisioning organization for mission local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) services |
| Database Services | Database administration, Database Management System (DBMS) software, and database tools, on premises and in the cloud |
| In-Scope Training | IT workforce development, system and product operation training, and knowledge transfer |
| Ancillary Services and Supplies | Services and supplies that are integral to and necessary for the IT services effort |
Yes. An OEM, manufacturer, or service provider can partner with an authorized SEWP VI contract holder to sell their solutions. You will need to sell under the same category as them and make sure the prime contractor is the right fit for your company. Our team is still learning the full process as the training goes on for SEWP VI, but for now NASA lists the process as adding the partner in the CHOP (Contract Holder-Only Page) portal and submitting a Technology Refresh (TR) file. More to come when the contract officially starts.
SEWP VI is going to be a major source of opportunity for technology companies. Each iteration of SEWP grows in scope, and it’s a well known contract across all federal agencies including Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
Like we mentioned in our last SEWP VI blog, partnering with an existing contract holder can be significantly faster than waiting for the next major contract competition or the next iteration of SEWP, which will be 10+ years away.
If you are looking to sell through the SEWP VI contract, we might be able to help. Winvale is a small business contract holder under NASA SEWP VI Category A, and we're creating new opportunities for our technology partners to reach federal buyers. If you'd like to learn more about SEWP in general, join our webinar, Getting Ready for NASA SEWP VI-A Program Overview, or reach out to our sales team to see where your products may fit.