Museums — NAICS 712110
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 712110 (Museums). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 712110
Museums. This industry falls under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sector (NAICS codes beginning with 71).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 712110 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the museums space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 712110 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 712110, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for museums 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 712110. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.
NAICS 712110 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the museums market has seen 495 contract awards totaling $102.9M in value. The median contract size is $50K, with approximately 14 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
495
Total Value
$102.9M
Median Contract
$50K
Competitors
220
Contract value distribution
261 small business awards ($32.4M total value,$59K median)
220 companies compete for NAICS 712110 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 712110 (Museums), 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 712110.
Recent NAICS 712110 Opportunities
View all →The Department of the Air Force is procuring aircraft conservation and restoration services, including maintenance, repair, and preservation of historical aircraft.
The Department of Defense is procuring exhibit preservation and fabrication services for the National Museum of the United States Marine Corps. The services will cover all 19 galleries and include tasks such as exhibit conservation, fabrication, installation, and repairs of various exhibit elements to enhance visitor experience. Key requirements involve working on graphics, artifact cases, interactive kiosks, and other exhibit components.
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