Janitorial Services: NAICS 561720
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 561720 (Janitorial Services). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 561720
Janitorial Services. This industry falls under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management sector (NAICS codes beginning with 56).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 561720 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the janitorial 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 561720 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 561720, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for janitorial 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 561720. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.
NAICS 561720 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the janitorial services market has seen 20,656 contract awards totaling $5.3B in value. The median contract size is $30K, with approximately 574 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
20,656
Total Value
$5.3B
Median Contract
$30K
Competitors
2,098
Contract value distribution
10,851 small business awards ($1.7B total value,$24K median)
2,098 companies compete for NAICS 561720 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 561720 (Janitorial 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 561720.
Recent NAICS 561720 Opportunities
View all →The Department of Agriculture is contracting for janitorial services at the Appalachian Ranger District, specifically for the USDA Forest Service in Pisgah National Forest. This procurement involves a Blanket Purchase Agreement with a base period and four additional 12-month ordering periods, and it is set aside for small business concerns with a size standard of $22M.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs is procuring custodial services for the Viera VA Health Care Center. The contract will involve comprehensive janitorial services to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards at the facility. Brevard Achievement Center, Inc. is mentioned in relation to this opportunity.
The Department of Defense is procuring custodial janitorial services for the Livermore Resident Office. The requirement involves standard cleaning and maintenance tasks as defined in the performance work statement.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is procuring janitorial services for the International Institute of Tropical Forestry, covering five buildings on their complex in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This acquisition is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses, and the work must comply with applicable codes and standards. The contract is anticipated to be a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order with a base year and four option years.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is procuring custodial janitorial services for the Butler National Cemetery. The contract is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses to maintain cemetery facilities.
The Department of Transportation is procuring janitorial services for the Manchester Air Traffic Control Tower and the A90 TRACON in Merrimack, NH. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price with a base year and four option years, starting on October 1, 2026, and is set aside for SEDB 8(a) certified business concerns. Key requirements include adherence to the Statement of Work and Frequency Charts provided in the attachments.
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