Niche

NAICS 236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

Size Standard

$45 million

CMMC Level

Level 1 (most contracts)

Key Agencies

USACE, NAVFAC, Army, Air Force

Overview

General contractor establishments primarily engaged in the construction of commercial and institutional buildings, including offices, schools, hospitals, and warehouses. Defense contracts include barracks construction, administrative building projects, and military hospital construction under MILCON appropriations.

Common Contract Types

MILCONBuilding ConstructionDesign-BuildRenovation

Contracting Agencies

USACENAVFACArmyAir ForceNavyVA

Frequently Asked Questions

What CMMC level is required for NAICS 236220?

Level 1 is standard for most building construction. Level 2 applies only for classified facility construction where blueprints and specifications contain CUI.

What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 236220?

The size standard is $45 million in average annual receipts.

What military construction uses NAICS 236220?

Projects include troop housing, dining facilities, fitness centers, administrative headquarters, military medical centers, and education buildings on military installations.

Related NAICS Codes

237310|Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction

Size: $45 million

237990|Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

Size: $45 million

238210|Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors

Size: $19 million

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