New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)
Size Standard: $45 million
NAICS code 236115 covers New Single-Family Housing Construction, specifically for contractors who build on land owned by others. This industry includes establishments primarily engaged in building single-family houses for others on contract. These establishments are generally known as general contractors and operate as builders of houses on land owned by the customer.
Government agencies award housing construction contracts for military family housing, federally-owned residential properties, and housing assistance programs. The Department of Defense is the largest buyer, with ongoing requirements for military family housing at installations across the country. HUD and the Bureau of Indian Affairs also award housing construction contracts.
Contractors under NAICS 236115 must comply with Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements for federal housing projects. Military housing projects have specific requirements including anti-terrorism/force protection standards, energy efficiency requirements, and compatibility with base infrastructure.
The $45 million size standard reflects the scale of housing development projects. Small businesses can compete effectively through set-aside programs, particularly for smaller housing developments or renovation projects. Experience with military housing standards and government construction requirements is valuable.
- Department of Defense (DoD)
- Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
- Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
- Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC)
- Military Family Housing Construction
- On-Base Housing Development
- Federal Employee Housing Construction
- Indian Reservation Housing Construction
- Government-Owned Residential Construction
These certifications can help you compete for set-aside contracts under NAICS 236115:
What is NAICS code 236115 used for in government contracting?
NAICS 236115 is used for single-family housing construction contracts where the government owns the land. This includes military family housing, federal employee housing, and housing on Indian reservations.
What is the size standard for NAICS 236115?
The SBA size standard for NAICS 236115 is $45 million in average annual receipts, the same as other residential and commercial construction categories.
What are military housing construction requirements?
Military housing projects must meet anti-terrorism/force protection standards, energy efficiency requirements (often targeting net-zero energy), accessibility standards, and compatibility with base infrastructure and utilities.
Does Davis-Bacon apply to NAICS 236115 federal contracts?
Yes, Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements apply to federal housing construction contracts over $2,000. Contractors must pay locally-prevailing wages for each trade classification.
How can small businesses compete for NAICS 236115 contracts?
Small businesses can compete through 8(a), SDVOSB, and HUBZone set-asides. Building experience through smaller renovation projects and subcontracting helps establish credentials for larger housing developments.
Businesses below this threshold in average annual receipts qualify as small businesses for set-aside contracts.
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