Pharmacy Services

• Pharmacists, Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacologists, Pharmacy Technicians, Virtual Pharmacy Services

• Drugs and Biologicals (6505), Medicated Cosmetics and Toiletries (6508), Drugs and Biologicals, Veterinary Use (6509), Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment and Supplies {i.e. Medication dispensing machines} (6515), Hospital Furniture, Equipment, Utensils and Supplies {i.e. pharmacy specific furniture} (6530), Pharmacy Software (DA10)

PSC code Q517 — Pharmacy Services — is used by federal contracting officers to classify service purchases. When an agency awards a contract for pharmacy services, they record PSC code Q517 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 Q517 on SAM.gov, or review historical awards on USASpending.gov to understand which agencies buy this service and at what contract values.

PSC code Q517 falls under the Medical, Dental, And Surgical Svcs category. Service codes like this one are used for professional services, IT, construction, and R&D contracts.

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

You can also track historical spending patterns for PSC code Q517 on USASpending.gov. Filter by agency, fiscal year, and award type to identify your best customers and forecast future opportunities.

What is PSC code Q517?

PSC code Q517 — PHARMACY SERVICES — is a federal Product and Service Code used to classify product or service purchases on government contracts. It falls under the Medical category and is used by contracting officers when reporting contract actions in the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS).

How do I use PSC code Q517 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 Q517 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 Q517?

Federal agencies use PSC code Q517 (PHARMACY SERVICES) when awarding contracts for pharmacists, clinical pharmacists, pharmacologists, pharmacy technicians, virtual pharmacy services. You can view all current and historical contract awards under this code on USASpending.gov.