All Other Specialty Trade Contractors: NAICS 238990
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 238990
All Other Specialty Trade Contractors. This industry falls under the Construction sector (NAICS codes beginning with 23).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 238990 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the all other specialty trade 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 238990 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 238990, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for all other specialty trade 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.
FedOverwatch monitors SAM.gov daily and can automatically match you with new opportunities under NAICS 238990. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.
NAICS 238990 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the all other specialty trade contractors market has seen 5,896 contract awards totaling $2.0B in value. The median contract size is $60K, with approximately 164 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
5,896
Total Value
$2.0B
Median Contract
$60K
Competitors
1,548
Contract value distribution
4,057 small business awards ($930.4M total value,$58K median)
1,548 companies compete for NAICS 238990 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 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade 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 238990.
Recent NAICS 238990 Opportunities
View all →The Department of Defense is procuring repair services for the Tiger Dock Floating Dock, specifically targeting the maintenance and repair of steel dock materials, labor, mobilization, and freight. The contract will be awarded on a sole source basis to Tiger Waterfront Products LLC, with a performance period from September 30, 2026, to September 29, 2027. Proposals must include detailed cost breakdowns and are due by July 23, 2026.
The Department of Homeland Security is procuring grading and full paving services for the upper parking lot at USCG Station Depoe Bay. The contractor must perform site preparation and installation of materials as specified in the statement of work. A mandatory site visit is required for all interested offerors.
The Department of Defense is procuring a Fire Trainer Liner for the Air Combat Command, which requires a specialized liner designed for extreme live-fire training. Key requirements include compliance with safety and regulatory specifications, a unique installation method, and the ability to withstand high nozzle forces, along with a warranty of five to ten years.
The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management is procuring the construction of a pasture fence at Yock Creek. The project is located in Stilwell, Oklahoma, and involves specialty trade contracting for non-building facilities.
The Department of Agriculture is procuring the construction of troop housing facilities through the Pine Canyon Barracks Replacement project. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses, with a project magnitude estimated between $100,000 and $250,000. Interested contractors must submit their quotes and requests for information by specified deadlines to the contracting officer.
The Department of Defense is procuring renovations for the Male Sauna located in Building 170 at USAG Bavaria, Grafenwoehr Military Community - Tower Barracks. Key requirements include specialty trade contracting services to complete the renovation work as specified in the solicitation.
The Department of State is procuring remediation services for sliding gate safety deficiencies at the U.S. Consulate General in Naha, Japan. The contract will be awarded to the responsible company that submits the lowest priced, technically acceptable quote. Interested quoters must be registered in the SAM database and submit their quotations electronically to the designated contracting officer.
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