Other Airport Operations — NAICS 488119
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 488119 (Other Airport Operations). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 488119
Other Airport Operations. This industry falls under the Transportation and Warehousing sector (NAICS codes beginning with 48).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 488119 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the other airport operations space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 488119 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 488119, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for other airport operations 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 488119. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.
NAICS 488119 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the other airport operations market has seen 588 contract awards totaling $181.2M in value. The median contract size is $25K, with approximately 16 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
588
Total Value
$181.2M
Median Contract
$25K
Competitors
122
Contract value distribution
144 small business awards ($49.3M total value,$92K median)
122 companies compete for NAICS 488119 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 488119 (Other Airport Operations), 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 488119.
Recent NAICS 488119 Opportunities
View all →The Department of Transportation is procuring Remote Tower Systems (RTS) for the National Airspace System (NAS) to enhance air traffic management capabilities. The procurement aims to develop and implement advanced technology solutions that improve operational efficiency and safety in air traffic control. Key requirements include the integration of innovative systems and compliance with federal aviation regulations.
The FAA is seeking vendors to design, manufacture, deliver, install, and sustain Remote Tower Systems (RTS) for the National Airspace System (NAS). The procurement aims to identify vendors capable of undergoing the RTS SDA process and intends to purchase up to 50 RTS units over a five-year period, depending on proposal outcomes.
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