NAICS 238220

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors

HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems installation and maintenance.

Federal Spending

$4B+ annually

Top Agencies

GSA, DoD, VA

Market Outlook

Growing +3% annually. Energy efficiency mandates = increased HVAC upgrades.

Common Federal Contracts

1

Building HVAC systems

2

Plumbing installation and repair

3

Mechanical systems maintenance

4

Energy efficiency upgrades

Contractor Competitive Advantage

Skilled trade with high demand. Licensing creates competitive moat. GSA Schedule available. Strong minority and women-owned opportunity.

Relevant Certifications

8(a)

HUBZone

WOSB

Top Procuring Agencies

How to Win in This Sector

  1. 1. Verify Your NAICS: Make sure this NAICS code matches your primary business activity. You can only claim set-asides for your primary NAICS.
  2. 2. Apply for Certifications: Most contracts in this sector allow 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, or SDVOSB certifications. These give you advantages in bidding.
  3. 3. Target Top Agencies: Identify the top 3 agencies hiring in this sector and research their procurement needs.
  4. 4. Assess Your Advantage: Review the competitive advantages above and determine how your firm differentiates.
  5. 5. Build Relationships: Attend industry days, connect with contracting officers, and respond to RFIs (Requests for Information).