Packing and Crating — NAICS 488991
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 488991 (Packing and Crating). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 488991
Packing and Crating. This industry falls under the Transportation and Warehousing sector (NAICS codes beginning with 48).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 488991 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the packing and crating space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 488991 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 488991, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for packing and crating 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 488991 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the packing and crating market has seen 923 contract awards totaling $32.1M in value. The median contract size is $12K, with approximately 26 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
923
Total Value
$32.1M
Median Contract
$12K
Competitors
97
Contract value distribution
88 small business awards ($4.7M total value,$21K median)
97 companies compete for NAICS 488991 contracts
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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 488991 (Packing and Crating), 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 488991.
Recent NAICS 488991 Opportunities
View all →The Department of the Air Force is procuring packing and crating services for McConnell Air Force Base. The key requirements include the provision of materials and labor necessary for the packing and crating of various items as specified in the solicitation.
The U.S. Air Force is procuring packing and crating services for household goods at Dover Air Force Base. Key requirements include the ability to handle and prepare items for shipment, ensuring they are securely packed and protected during transit.
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