Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors — NAICS 238220
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 238220
Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors. This industry falls under the Construction sector (NAICS codes beginning with 23).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 238220 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 238220 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 238220, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors work, they reference this code to determine the applicable small business size standard and any set-aside eligibility.
If you hold certifications such as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB, you may be eligible for set-aside contracts under this NAICS code. These set-asides limit competition to certified small businesses, giving you a significant advantage in winning federal work.
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NAICS 238220 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors market has seen 14,862 contract awards totaling $3.2B in value. The median contract size is $35K, with approximately 413 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
14,862
Total Value
$3.2B
Median Contract
$35K
Competitors
3,303
Contract value distribution
11,777 small business awards ($2.8B total value,$37K median)
3,303 companies compete for NAICS 238220 contracts
See who's winning, their award values, and where you fit in the market
Explore CompetitorsSize Standards
The SBA establishes size standards for each NAICS code to define what qualifies as a "small business" for federal contracting purposes. For NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), the size standard is based on either average annual receipts or number of employees, depending on the specific industry. Meeting the size standard for your primary NAICS code is required to qualify for small business set-aside contracts.
Visit the SBA Size Standards Table to find the current threshold for NAICS 238220.
Recent NAICS 238220 Opportunities
View all →The Nashville National Cemetery is procuring an irrigation project specifically for the National Shrine. This project is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and involves plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning work.
The Department of Defense is procuring fire suppression services for the Military Airfield Firefighting Services (MAFS). Key requirements include the provision of trained personnel and equipment to ensure effective fire response and safety operations.
The Department of the Interior is procuring cooling replacement services for the Lowell National Historical Park. The project requires qualified contractors to provide and install new cooling systems that meet specific performance and efficiency standards.
The Department of Defense is procuring services related to the 3rd Air Stream/B18 project at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Key requirements include technical expertise and support for various operational aspects of the project.
The Department of the Interior is contracting for the replacement of HVAC equipment at the George Washington Birthplace National Monument. Key requirements include the installation of new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to ensure efficient climate control in the facility.
The U.S. Embassy in Paris is procuring maintenance services for boilers in apartments leased by the embassy. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced technically acceptable offeror, and it will be an IDIQ contract with one base year and three option years.
The Bureau of Land Management is procuring HVAC cleaning and repair services for the Eureka Fire Station in Elko, NV. The work involves cleaning and repairing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment.
The Cincinnati VA Medical Center requires construction services to replace Dual Duct Mixing Boxes on the Second Floor as part of project #539-21-201. The project includes the installation of a new pump and chilled water lines, requiring general contracting, electrical, controls, and mechanical work. The work must be planned carefully due to the occupied nature of the space.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is procuring upgrades to the mechanical systems, specifically the air handling units (AHUs) 18-20-22. Key requirements include the modernization of existing systems to improve efficiency and performance.
The Department of Agriculture is procuring repair services for fume hoods at the National Science Laboratory-Blakely, which is essential for maintaining scientific support capabilities for analyzing aflatoxin levels in various nuts and nut products. Key requirements include disconnecting existing electrical connections, removing and replacing exhaust fans, installing new PVC components, and ensuring compliance with OSHA testing and calibration standards.
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