Live Animals, Not Raised For Food

PSC code 8820 — Live Animals, Not Raised For Food — is used by federal contracting officers to classify product purchases. When an agency awards a contract for live animals, not raised for food, they record PSC code 8820 in the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS).

As a vendor, knowing this PSC code helps you find relevant opportunities. Search for active solicitations using PSC code 8820 on SAM.gov, or review historical awards on USASpending.gov to understand which agencies buy this product and at what contract values.

PSC code 8820 falls under the Live Animals category. Product codes like this one are used for physical goods and equipment purchases.

To find opportunities using this PSC code on SAM.gov:

You can also track historical spending patterns for PSC code 8820 on USASpending.gov. Filter by agency, fiscal year, and award type to identify your best customers and forecast future opportunities.

What is PSC code 8820?

PSC code 8820 — LIVE ANIMALS, NOT RAISED FOR FOOD — is a federal Product and Service Code used to classify product or service purchases on government contracts. It falls under the Security and Protection category and is used by contracting officers when reporting contract actions in the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS).

How do I use PSC code 8820 in SAM.gov?

PSC codes are used by the government to describe what they are buying, not by vendors to register. However, understanding PSC code 8820 helps you identify which federal opportunities to pursue. Search for active opportunities using this PSC code on SAM.gov under Contract Opportunities, or use USASpending.gov to see historical contract awards under this code.

What types of contracts use PSC code 8820?

Federal agencies use PSC code 8820 (LIVE ANIMALS, NOT RAISED FOR FOOD) when awarding contracts for live animals, not raised for food. You can view all current and historical contract awards under this code on USASpending.gov.