NAICS 811310

Automotive Exhaust System Repair

Vehicle maintenance, repair, and support services.

Federal Spending

$1B+ annually

Top Agencies

DoD, VA, General Services Administration

Market Outlook

Stable demand (+1% annually). Government fleet operations = consistent spending.

Common Federal Contracts

1

Government vehicle maintenance

2

Fleet repair and maintenance

3

Vehicle support services

4

Equipment maintenance

Contractor Competitive Advantage

Vehicle fleets = steady contracts. GSA contracts for fleet maintenance. Minority and women-owned firms competitive.

Relevant Certifications

8(a)

HUBZone

WOSB

Top Procuring Agencies

DoD

Major buyer in this sector

VA

Major buyer in this sector

General Services Administration

Major buyer in this sector

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).