Essential Software Inc.
Gaithersburg, MD
- UEI
- LAHHMNMC8GK9
- CAGE
- 4ZGY8
- Primary NAICS
- 541512 Computer Systems Design Services
- SAM.gov registration
- Active through
Company facts
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Corporate Entity (Not Tax Exempt)
- NAICS codes registered in SAM.gov
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 9711 Washingtonian Blvd #550, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA
- Website
- essential-soft.com
- Founded
- 2006
- Employees
- 11-50
- Estimated annual revenue
- $1M-$10M
- Industry
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- Health Care
- Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
- SIC code
- 87 Engineering & Management Services
- Profiles
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Recent federal awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webknossos enterprise software license and technical support | Interior Business Center | $51,840 | |
| Crada builder tool | National Institute of Standards and Technology | $666,060 |
About Essential Software Inc.
Essential Software Inc. is a minority owned small business that provides information technology services to the federal government. As a small disadvantaged business located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, Essential Software Inc. specializes in customized software solutions and IT services.
Essential Software Inc. has provided subcontractor services on three previous federal contracts, all related to software development, including directly for the National Cancer Institute through prime contractor Incentive Technology Group LLC, as well as software development services for prime contractor SRC Inc.
Most recently, Essential Software Inc. was awarded a 5-year multiple-award Federal Supply Schedule contract by the General Services Administration Federal Acquisition Service to provide IT professional services and order-level materials to federal agencies on an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity basis nationwide. Under Special Item Numbers 54151S and 54151RC, the $475,000 contract includes labor categories such as DevOps Engineers, IT Project Managers, Software Engineers, and Software Testing/Quality Engineers, with hourly rates ranging from $63.75 to $162.51 depending on category and year. Federal agencies can utilize this contract vehicle through July 2028 to acquire customized IT solutions and services from Essential Software Inc.
Contract vehicles
SBA capabilities narrative
At ESI, we deliver best-cost premium services and solutions to solve our clients' technical needs in a timely manner - all with a professional attitude and strong focus on excellence. Over the past decade, ESI has provided extensive software development and deployment support, system integration solutions, software testing, data curation, and independent validation and verification (IV&V) for several leading research and design (R&D)-funding agencies in the United States, including the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). We love what we do, and as scientific knowledge and technologies grow, we are passionate about growing right along with it!
Quick answers
What is Essential Software Inc.'s UEI?
Essential Software Inc.'s Unique Entity ID (UEI) in SAM.gov is LAHHMNMC8GK9.
What is Essential Software Inc.'s CAGE code?
Essential Software Inc.'s CAGE code is 4ZGY8.
What is Essential Software Inc.'s primary NAICS code?
Essential Software Inc.'s primary NAICS code is 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services).
Where is Essential Software Inc. located?
Essential Software Inc.'s physical address in SAM.gov is 9711 Washingtonian Blvd #550, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA.
Is Essential Software Inc. registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Essential Software Inc.'s SAM.gov registration is active through December 29, 2026.
Which contract vehicles does Essential Software Inc. hold?
Essential Software Inc. holds a place on 1 federal contract vehicle: MAS.
What is Essential Software Inc.'s most recent federal award?
Essential Software Inc.'s most recent federal contract award is Webknossos enterprise software license and technical support (140D0426P0328), from Interior Business Center, on September 11, 2026.
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