NAICS 238320

Painting and Wall Covering Contractors

Updated July 2026 — federal spending and agency data cross-checked against SAM.gov and USAspending.gov.

Commercial and industrial painting, coatings, and wall finishing services.

Federal Spending

$500M+ annually

Top Agencies

GSA, DoD, VA

Market Outlook

Steady demand (+2% annually). Facility modernization = ongoing government spending.

13 CFR § 121.201SBA Size Standard

Small Business Threshold: $19.0M

Calculated on a 5-year average annual receipts (gross). Businesses with average revenue or headcount at or below this ceiling may qualify as small businesses for prime federal solicitations assigned NAICS 238320, subject to affiliation and program rules.

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Common Federal Contracts

1

Building maintenance and painting

2

Industrial coating application

3

Facility renovation

4

Scheduled facility maintenance

Contractor Competitive Advantage

Low capital, high demand for maintenance services. GSA Schedule available. Recurring contracts = stable cash flow.

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).
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NAICS 238320 covers Painting and Wall Covering Contractors: Commercial and industrial painting, coatings, and wall finishing services. Federal agencies spend $500M+ annually annually on contracts in this category.

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