PSC 1190

Overview

The Product Service Code (PSC) system classifies the products and services the U.S. government acquires, enabling standardized reporting, analysis, and spend transparency across procurement systems. PSCs are recorded on contract actions in the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) and maintained through the PSC Manual issued by GSA. ²

PSC 1190 identifies Specialized Test and Handling Equipment, Nuclear Ordnance within Group 11 (Nuclear Ordnance). Per the PSC Manual, it includes specially designed trucks, trailers, slings, hoists, operational/test/setting devices, cradles, and controlled‑environment conditioning kits/sets for nuclear ordnance; it excludes hand tools and general‑purpose electrical/electronic test instruments used across equipment types. ²

See also on G2X:

• PSC H211 — Equipment and Materials Testing, Nuclear Ordnance
• PSC N011 — Installation of Equipment, Nuclear Ordnance

What this PSC covers

Per the PSC Manual, 1190 covers specialized nuclear‑ordnance test and handling items as summarized below. ²

• Specially designed trucks and trailers for nuclear ordnance
• Specially designed slings and hoists
• Operational devices for nuclear‑ordnance systems
• Test and setting devices and related cradles
• Conditioning kits and sets, controlled environment
• Other purpose‑built handling and test apparatus unique to nuclear ordnance

Related NAICS and PSC codes

Adjacent and commonly confused PSCs

The PSC Manual highlights several boundaries relevant to 1190. ²

• 4925: Ammunition Maintenance, Repair, and Checkout Specialized Equipment (excludes equipment designed for nuclear ordnance)
• 4927: Rocket Maintenance, Repair, and Checkout Specialized Equipment (excludes equipment designed for nuclear ordnance)
• 8140: Ammunition and Nuclear Ordnance Boxes, Packages and Special Containers (shipping/storage containers, not specialized test/handling equipment)
• J011: Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment—Nuclear Ordnance (service PSC; not a product/equipment buy)

Frequently asked questions

• What exactly does PSC 1190 include?
  PSC 1190 covers specialized test and handling equipment uniquely designed for nuclear ordnance, such as dedicated trucks/trailers, slings/hoists, operational/test/setting devices, cradles, and controlled‑environment conditioning kits/sets. It does not include general‑purpose hand tools or basic meters. ²

• Are simulators or mockups ever included under nuclear‑ordnance PSCs?
  Not specified by official sources. Agencies should consult the PSC Manual and apply the general assignment rules to the end item when classification is unclear. ¹

• Does PSC 1190 cover shipping or storage containers for nuclear ordnance?
  No. Shipping, storage, and handling containers for ammunition and nuclear ordnance are classified under 8140, not 1190. ²

• Is there an official NAICS mapping for PSC 1190?
  Not specified by official sources. ¹

• Should services like installation or repair tied to nuclear‑ordnance equipment use PSC 1190?
  No. Use the appropriate service PSCs (e.g., N011 for installation; J011 for maintenance/repair). PSC 1190 is a product code. ²

Useful resources

• G2X — PSC 1190 overview
• Product and Service Code (PSC) Manual — April 2025 edition (PDF). ²
• PSC Manual library and current editions (Acquisition.gov). ¹
• DPCAP Product Service Code Selection Tool (PSCtool.us). ³

References

1. Acquisition.gov — Product and Service Code Manual library (current and archived editions): https://www.acquisition.gov/psc-manual/all
2. PSC Manual, April 2025 (PDF), Section D — Group 11 (Nuclear Ordnance) definitions and notes; introductory guidance for FPDS reporting: https://www.acquisition.gov/sites/default/files/manual/PSC%20Manual%20April%202025.pdf
3. DPCAP Product Service Code Selection Tool: https://psctool.us