General Freight Trucking, Local
Size Standard: 1,000 employees
NAICS code 484110 covers General Freight Trucking, Local, encompassing establishments primarily engaged in providing local general freight trucking services. Local freight trucking typically operates within a metropolitan area and its adjacent nonurban areas. These carriers transport a wide variety of commodities on a for-hire basis.
Government agencies require local freight trucking services for delivering supplies, equipment, and materials to facilities within metropolitan areas. Military installations, federal buildings, VA medical centers, and national parks all receive regular deliveries requiring local trucking services. The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and individual agencies contract for these services.
Local freight trucking contractors support government operations by delivering office supplies, computer equipment, furniture, medical supplies, and construction materials. Emergency response situations often require rapid local trucking services to move supplies to affected areas. FEMA and disaster response agencies maintain contracts with local trucking companies.
Small trucking companies compete effectively in this space through set-aside contracts and by providing reliable, responsive service within specific metropolitan areas. Owner-operators and small fleets can build relationships with local federal facilities, providing personalized service that larger carriers cannot match.
Certifications like SDVOSB and 8(a) provide significant advantages, as many federal installations prefer working with certified small businesses for local delivery needs. DOT compliance, proper insurance, and safety records are essential requirements for government trucking contracts.
- Department of Defense (DoD)
- General Services Administration (GSA)
- Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- U.S. Postal Service (USPS)
- Military Installation Local Delivery
- Federal Building Supply Delivery
- VA Medical Center Freight Services
- Emergency Response Material Transport
- Office Furniture and Equipment Delivery
These certifications can help you compete for set-aside contracts under NAICS 484110:
What is NAICS code 484110 used for in government contracting?
NAICS code 484110 covers local general freight trucking services. Government agencies use this code to procure delivery services within metropolitan areas for supplies, equipment, and materials to federal buildings, military bases, and other facilities.
What is the size standard for NAICS 484110?
The SBA size standard for NAICS 484110 is 1,000 employees. Most local trucking companies easily qualify as small businesses under this relatively high threshold.
What requirements are needed for government trucking contracts?
Requirements include DOT operating authority, commercial insurance (liability, cargo), safety rating, driver qualifications (CDL, background checks), vehicle inspections, and often facility access credentials for secure government locations.
How is local trucking different from long-distance?
Local trucking (484110) operates within a metropolitan area and adjacent areas, typically same-day or next-day delivery. Long-distance trucking (484121, 484122) involves interstate or intercity transportation over greater distances.
Can owner-operators compete for government contracts?
Yes, owner-operators and small fleets can compete effectively through small business set-asides and by providing responsive, reliable service. Building relationships with local federal facilities and obtaining small business certifications improves competitiveness.
Businesses below this threshold in average annual receipts qualify as small businesses for set-aside contracts.
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