Painting and Wall Covering Contractors — NAICS 238320
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 238320 (Painting and Wall Covering Contractors). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 238320
Painting and Wall Covering Contractors. This industry falls under the Construction sector (NAICS codes beginning with 23).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 238320 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the painting and wall covering 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 238320 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 238320, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for painting and wall covering 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 238320 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the painting and wall covering contractors market has seen 2,254 contract awards totaling $288.9M in value. The median contract size is $21K, with approximately 63 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
2,254
Total Value
$288.9M
Median Contract
$21K
Competitors
477
Contract value distribution
1,296 small business awards ($189.1M total value,$35K median)
477 companies compete for NAICS 238320 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 238320 (Painting and Wall Covering 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 238320.
Recent NAICS 238320 Opportunities
View all →The Department of Defense is procuring paint and repair services through an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The key requirements include various painting and repair tasks to be performed at multiple locations, with an emphasis on quality and compliance with safety standards.
The Department of the Interior is procuring services for the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park. Key requirements include providing maintenance and operational support to ensure the park's facilities and grounds are well-kept and accessible to the public.
The Department of State is procuring interior painting and refinishing of wood floors, requiring experience in painting and floor refinishing.
The Department of the Interior, National Park Service is contracting for the repair of chinking and staining of three cabins located throughout the Blue Ridge Parkway. Key requirements include power washing, preparation of surfaces, removal of deteriorated chinking, application of a synthetic chinking system, and staining of logs and trim. This procurement is set aside for small businesses with a size standard of $19M under NAICS code 238320.
The Department of Defense is seeking potential sources for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for exterior commercial painting at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. This contract will support the Civil Engineer's construction and facility management capabilities for minor construction and facility repair projects. Interested parties must submit capability statements by June 5, 2026.
The Department of the Air Force is procuring services to paint the interior walls of the Child Development Center at Vance Air Force Base. Key requirements include the preparation and application of paint to ensure a durable and aesthetically pleasing finish.
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The Department of Defense is seeking potential sources for the 2027 JBER Exterior Commercial Painting IDIQ, which is intended to supplement the Civil Engineer's capabilities for minor construction and facility repair projects. This Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract will focus on exterior painting projects that exceed the base civil engineers' capacity. Interested parties are invited to submit capability statements by June 5, 2026.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is contracting for the repainting of a water tower to maintain infrastructure integrity and ensure compliance with safety and aesthetic standards, requiring durable, weather-resistant coatings and adherence to environmental and occupational safety protocols.
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