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H370

PSC H370: INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMEN — Federal Procurement Code

H3 - INSPECTION SERVICES L1: Electronic & Communication Services

Description

Inspection and Laboratory Services (except medical/dental): Automatic Data Processing Equipment (Including Firmware), Software, Supplies and Support Equipment

Includes

Includes: Commercial Testing and Laboratory Services

Excludes

Excludes: Medical and Dental Laboratory Services

Suggested adjacent classifications

PSC codes describe what the government buys. These related classifications help connect procurement codes to industries, commodities, and trade workflows.

Who is this code for

Occupations and roles commonly associated with this classification

Also relevant for

Source: O*NET / BLS occupation data · O*NET 30.2 / BLS SOC

Frequently asked questions

What is NAICS H370?
NAICS H370 is the North American Industry Classification System code for INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT. It classifies this business activity for statistical, regulatory, and government procurement purposes. Federal agencies use NAICS codes to collect and publish data about the US economy, determine SBA size standards, and set aside contracts for small businesses.
What licenses and permits does a INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT need?
A INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT typically needs a local business license, a federal EIN from the IRS, and industry-specific permits depending on the sector. Check with your city or county clerk for a general business license, your state's professional or industry licensing board for any required occupational licenses, and your state's tax authority for a sales tax permit if you sell taxable goods or services.
How do I register a INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT business in the United States?
To register a INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT business, first choose your legal structure: sole proprietorship (simplest, uses SSN), LLC (personal liability protection, files with your Secretary of State), or corporation (Form 1120 or 1120-S). Register your business name (DBA) with your county if operating under a trade name. Obtain an EIN from the IRS at irs.gov/ein. Register with your state revenue department for any applicable taxes.
What tax forms does a INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT file with the IRS?
Tax forms depend on your entity type. A sole proprietor files Schedule C with Form 1040 and Schedule SE for self-employment tax (15.3%). An LLC taxed as a partnership files Form 1065 with Schedule K-1s. A C-Corporation files Form 1120 (21% flat rate). An S-Corporation files Form 1120-S. All businesses paying employees file Form 940 (FUTA) annually and Form 941 quarterly. Estimated tax payments are made via Form 1040-ES four times per year.
Is INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT the right NAICS code for my business?
Your NAICS code should reflect your primary business activity — the one generating the most revenue or value. If INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT describes your main line of business, NAICS H370 is likely correct. If you have multiple distinct activities, you may need separate codes for statistical reporting. For federal contracting, your SAM.gov registration should use the code that best matches the work you perform. Review the official NAICS H370 description and exclusions to confirm it fits your operations.
Does a INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT need to comply with COPPA?
The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) applies if your website or app is directed to children under 13 or you have actual knowledge you're collecting personal information from children under 13. You must post a clear privacy policy, provide notice to and obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting data, allow parents to review and delete children's data, and maintain reasonable security. FTC fines for COPPA violations can exceed $50,000 per violation.
Does a INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT need to collect sales tax on digital products and SaaS?
Sales tax on digital products (software downloads, SaaS subscriptions, streaming, e-books) varies by state. As of 2025, approximately 30+ states tax digital goods and services. SaaS is specifically taxable in states like Texas, New York, Washington, and Ohio but exempt in California and Florida. Economic nexus thresholds (typically $100K revenue or 200 transactions per state) apply to remote sellers of digital products post-Wayfair. Check each state where you have customers.
What data breach notification obligations does a INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT have?
All 50 states have data breach notification statutes requiring you to notify affected individuals and state regulators (usually the attorney general) within a specified timeframe (typically 30-45 days) if personal information is compromised. Some states (e.g., Florida) require notification within 30 days. If the breach affects 500+ residents in a state, you may also need to notify consumer reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion). Healthcare breaches affecting 500+ must be reported to HHS and local media.
What is an EULA and does a INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT need one?
An End User License Agreement (EULA) grants users a limited license to use your software while retaining your IP rights. It differs from Terms of Service in that it focuses on license scope, restrictions (no reverse engineering, no reselling), ownership, termination conditions, and warranty disclaimers. EULAs are essential for downloadable software, mobile apps, and desktop applications. Open-source software uses specific license types (MIT, GPL, Apache 2.0) instead.

How to use PSC H370

1
Verify PSC code

Confirm INSPECTION- ADP EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/SUPPLIES/SUPPORT EQUIPMENT (H370) matches.

2
Search FPDS/USAspending

Find contracts using this PSC code.

3
Check NAICS mapping

Identify the corresponding NAICS industry for bidding.

4
Register at SAM.gov

Required for all federal contractors.

SAM.gov

Who uses this code?

SaaS Startup Founder

Builds and markets a subscription software platform serving a specific business or consumer niche.

Licenses
  • Business license
  • Terms of service / privacy policy
  • SOC 2 (if enterprise B2B)
Tax Forms
  • Form 1120 or 1120-S
  • Form 3921 (ISO grants)
  • State franchise tax
Data Analytics Consultant

Helps companies build dashboards, analyze customer data, and derive actionable business intelligence.

Licenses
  • Business license
Tax Forms
  • Schedule C (Form 1040)
  • Schedule SE (Form 1040)
E-commerce Store Owner

Sells physical or digital products through Shopify, Amazon FBA, Etsy, or a proprietary online store.

Licenses
  • Sales tax permit (per economic nexus)
  • Business license
  • Resale certificate
Tax Forms
  • Schedule C (Form 1040)
  • Schedule SE (Form 1040)
  • State sales tax return
Digital Marketing Agency Owner

Runs a full-service agency offering PPC, SEO, content, email, and social media marketing to clients.

Licenses
  • Business license
  • Google/Facebook ads certification
  • Client service agreements
Tax Forms
  • Form 1065 or 1120-S
  • Form 940 (FUTA)
  • Form 941
  • Form 1099-NEC (freelancer payments)

Official data

Feature Description
Official name Product Service Codes (PSC)
Maintained by U.S. federal acquisition community / GSA PSC Manual
Purpose Classifies what the government buys: products and services
Primary use Federal procurement reporting, contract categorization, spend analysis
Code type Mixed/unspecified

When do you need PSC H370?

1 Use PSC H370 when identifying the product or service category on a U.S. federal contract.
2 Use it when filtering opportunities or spending data in SAM.gov, FPDS, or USASpending.
3 Use it when comparing a procurement category against related NAICS industries or UNSPSC commodities.
4 Use it when a contracting workflow needs the purchased item classification rather than the supplier industry code.