Executive Search Services — NAICS 561312
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 561312 (Executive Search Services). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 561312
Executive Search Services. This industry falls under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management sector (NAICS codes beginning with 56).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 561312 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the executive search services space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 561312 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 561312, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for executive search services 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 561312. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.
NAICS 561312 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the executive search services market has seen 40 contract awards totaling $12.7M in value. The median contract size is $62K, with approximately 1 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
40
Total Value
$12.7M
Median Contract
$62K
Competitors
13
Contract value distribution
28 small business awards ($3.8M total value,$63K median)
13 companies compete for NAICS 561312 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 561312 (Executive Search Services), 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 561312.
Recent NAICS 561312 Opportunities
View all →The US Coast Guard is procuring executive search services for deans, requiring a detailed understanding of academic leadership and the ability to identify and recruit qualified candidates.
The U.S. Coast Guard is procuring executive search services to identify and recruit qualified candidates for leadership positions within the agency. Key requirements include expertise in executive recruitment and a proven track record of successful placements in similar roles.
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