Charter Bus Industry — NAICS 485510
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 485510 (Charter Bus Industry). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 485510
Charter Bus Industry. This industry falls under the Transportation and Warehousing sector (NAICS codes beginning with 48).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 485510 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the charter bus industry space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 485510 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 485510, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for charter bus industry 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 485510. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.
NAICS 485510 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the charter bus industry market has seen 586 contract awards totaling $41.4M in value. The median contract size is $19K, with approximately 16 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
586
Total Value
$41.4M
Median Contract
$19K
Competitors
154
Contract value distribution
288 small business awards ($11.6M total value,$14K median)
154 companies compete for NAICS 485510 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 485510 (Charter Bus Industry), 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 485510.
Recent NAICS 485510 Opportunities
View all →The Department of Homeland Security is procuring bus services for the USCGA Commencement, specifically for the U.S. Coast Guard. The contract is set aside for small businesses and involves transportation services related to the event. Key contacts include Michael Dwayne Edwards and Katherine Discenza for further inquiries.
The Department of the Air Force is procuring Japan-wide Chartered Bus Services to support the transportation of service members and authorized U.S. Government personnel, including their baggage and, when authorized, government-issued weapons. Contractors must coordinate services through licensed Japanese bus operators and maintain sufficient subcontracting capabilities, while holding a valid "Type 1 Travel Agency" registration issued by the Japanese government. Quotations are due by the specified deadline in Japan Standard Time, and late or noncompliant submissions may be rejected.
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