238190

Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors

Construction › Specialty Trade Contractors › Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors

SBA Size Standard

$19M average annual receipts

Revenue-Based Verify at SBA.gov →

NAICS Code Hierarchy

23

Sector

Construction

238

Subsector

Specialty Trade Contractors

2381

Industry Group

Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors

238190

National Industry (This Code)

Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors

Official NAICS Description

Source: U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS

📘 Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2022 NAICS Manual
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in building foundation and structure trades work (except poured concrete, structural steel, precast concrete, framing, masonry, glass and glazing, roofing, and siding). The work performed may include new work, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs. Illustrative Examples: Curtain wall, metal, installation Forms for poured concrete, erecting and dismantling Welding, on-site, contractors Ornamental metal work installation Fire escape installation Decorative steel and wrought iron work installation

✓ Small Business Eligibility at a Glance

Based on SBA Table of Small Business Size Standards (2024)

Size Standard

$19M average annual receipts

Measurement Period

3-year average

Standard Type

Revenue-Based

Applies To

All contracts under NAICS 238190

Set-Aside Programs

8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB

Certification Required

No (self-certify in SAM.gov)

Size standards are set by the SBA and reviewed periodically. Always verify at SBA.gov before bidding.

Cross-References

The following activities are classified elsewhere in the NAICS system:

Poured concrete foundation and structure work--are classified in Industry 238110, Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors;
Installation of structural steel or precast concrete building components--are classified in Industry 238120, Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors;
Framing buildings--are classified in Industry 238130, Framing Contractors;
Masonry work--are classified in Industry 238140, Masonry Contractors;
Glass and glazing work--are classified in Industry 238150, Glass and Glazing Contractors;
Installing or repairing roofs--are classified in Industry 238160, Roofing Contractors;
Installing siding--are classified in Industry 238170, Siding Contractors; and
Fireproofing buildings--are classified in Industry 238310, Drywall and Insulation Contractors.

How to Use NAICS 238190 in SAM.gov

NAICS code 238190Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors — is used in SAM.gov to identify businesses whose primary activity falls within this classification. When you add this code to your SAM.gov entity registration, contracting officers searching for vendors in the Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors space will be able to find your business.

If this code represents your primary business activity, designate it as your primary NAICS code. Your primary NAICS code determines your size standard for any contract solicited under this code. With a size standard of $19M average annual receipts, your business must be at or below this threshold to qualify as a small business for set-aside contracts under NAICS 238190.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NAICS code 238190?

NAICS code 238190 is 'Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors', classified under the Construction sector (NAICS 23). This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in building foundation and structure trades work (except poured concrete, structural steel, precast concrete, framing, masonry, glass and glazi

What is the SBA small business size standard for NAICS code 238190?

The SBA defines a small business under NAICS code 238190 (Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors) as one with $19M average annual receipts. This size standard determines eligibility for small business set-aside contracts, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, and SDVOSB programs in SAM.gov.

How do I register NAICS code 238190 in SAM.gov?

To register NAICS code 238190 in SAM.gov: (1) Log in at sam.gov, (2) Navigate to your Entity Registration, (3) Go to the Assertions section, (4) Add 238190 (Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors) to your NAICS code list. You may designate one code as your Primary NAICS code.

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