PSC 7643

Overview

The Product Service Code system is a standardized taxonomy the U.S. federal government uses to classify the specific products and services it purchases. PSCs are reported in the Federal Procurement Data System and SAM.gov records to identify what was bought, enabling spend analysis, category management, and reporting; the codes and guidance are maintained in the PSC Manual issued by GSA. ¹

PSC 7643 is the product code for “Topographic Maps, Charts and Geodetic Products.” Per the PSC Manual, it resides in Federal Supply Group 76 (Books, Maps, and Other Publications) alongside adjacent mapping subclasses, and is used when the predominant deliverables are topographic maps/charts or geodetic products, rather than aeronautical, hydrographic, or purely digital map products. ¹

See also on G2X:

• G2X — PSC 7643 overview
• G2X — PSC 7644 Digital Maps, Charts and Geodetic Products
• G2X — PSC 7642 Hydrographic Maps, Charts and Geodetic Products

What this PSC covers

• Topographic maps depicting landforms and terrain. ¹
• Topographic charts intended for land navigation or planning uses. ¹
• Geodetic products that provide positional reference or control information. ¹
• Map/chart products categorized as “topographic” rather than aeronautical or hydrographic. ¹
• Products within Group 76 that align to the “Topographic Maps, Charts and Geodetic Products” subclass. ¹
• Deliverables coded based on the predominant product when multiple items are acquired together. ¹

Related NAICS and PSC codes

Type	Code	Descriptor
PSC	7640	Maps, Atlases, Charts, and Globes
PSC	7641	Aeronautical Maps, Charts and Geodetic Products
PSC	7642	Hydrographic Maps, Charts and Geodetic Products
PSC	7644	Digital Maps, Charts and Geodetic Products

Distinguishing 7643 from adjacent codes

• Use 7643 for topographic mapping/geodetic products; use 7641 when deliverables are aeronautical; use 7642 when deliverables are hydrographic; use 7644 when the products are digital maps/charts/geodetic products. ¹

DoD MC&G property considerations

DoD defines Mapping, Charting, and Geodesy (MC&G) property to include geodetic, topographic, hydrographic, and related data presented in various forms and formats. Contracts involving government-furnished MC&G property must follow DFARS 252.245-7000 for handling, reproduction, and disposition requirements, which may apply to PSC 7643 efforts when MC&G assets are furnished. ²

Frequently asked questions

• How is PSC 7643 officially defined?

  • The PSC Manual lists “7643 Topographic Maps, Charts and Geodetic Products” in Group 76. Agencies must assign the PSC that best reflects the predominant product for each action reported in FPDS and SAM.gov, which for terrain/topography deliverables is typically 7643. ¹

• When should 7643 be used instead of 7644?

  • Use 7644 when the predominant deliverable is a digital map, chart, or geodetic product. If the deliverable is a conventional topographic map/chart or geodetic item not categorized as digital, use 7643. Select the subclass that best matches the predominant deliverable. ¹

• How does 7643 differ from 7641 and 7642?

  • 7643 covers topographic/geodetic products. 7641 covers aeronautical mapping/geodetic products, and 7642 covers hydrographic ones. Choose the code aligned to the domain of the mapping data the contract primarily delivers. ¹

• Are format or media specifics (e.g., print versus digital) specified for 7643?

  • The Manual names the subclass but does not prescribe media details for 7643. A separate subclass exists for digital products (7644); otherwise, media specifics are not detailed. Not specified by official sources ¹.

• Are there special rules for government-furnished topographic or geodetic data used under 7643 contracts?

  • Yes. When DoD furnishes MC&G property, DFARS 252.245-7000 requires contractors to use it only as necessary for contract performance, protect against unauthorized reproduction, and return or dispose of it as directed at completion. These provisions can apply to 7643 efforts. ²

Useful resources

• G2X — PSC 7643 overview
• PSC Manual April 2025 (PDF). ¹
• Product and Service Code Manual (landing page). ³
• DFARS 252.245-7000: Government-Furnished Mapping, Charting, and Geodesy (MC&G) Property. ²

References

1. PSC Manual April 2025 (PDF), Acquisition.gov. https://www.acquisition.gov/sites/default/files/manual/PSC%20Manual%20April%202025.pdf
2. DFARS 252.245-7000 Government-Furnished Mapping, Charting, and Geodesy Property, Acquisition.gov. https://www.acquisition.gov/dfars/252.245-7000-government-furnished-mapping-charting-and-geodesy-property
3. Product and Service Code Manual (main page), Acquisition.gov. https://www.acquisition.gov/psc-manual