487990

Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other

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SBA Size Standard

$25M average annual receipts

Revenue-Based Verify at SBA.gov →

NAICS Code Hierarchy

48

Sector

Transportation and Warehousing

487

Subsector

Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation

4879

Industry Group

Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other

487990

National Industry (This Code)

Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other

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 providing scenic and sightseeing transportation (except on land and water). The services provided are usually local and involve same-day return to place of departure. Illustrative Examples: Aerial cable cars, scenic and sightseeing operation Helicopter rides, scenic and sightseeing operation Glider excursions Aerial tramways, scenic and sightseeing operation Hot air balloon rides, scenic and sightseeing operation

✓ Small Business Eligibility at a Glance

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

Size Standard

$25M average annual receipts

Measurement Period

3-year average

Standard Type

Revenue-Based

Applies To

All contracts under NAICS 487990

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:

Providing recreational activities, such as hang gliding--are classified in Industry 713990, All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries; and
Providing scheduled or nonscheduled air transportation of passengers or specialty flying services--are classified in Subsector 481, Air Transportation.

How to Use NAICS 487990 in SAM.gov

NAICS code 487990Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other — 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 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other 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 $25M average annual receipts, your business must be at or below this threshold to qualify as a small business for set-aside contracts under NAICS 487990.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NAICS code 487990?

NAICS code 487990 is 'Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other', classified under the Transportation and Warehousing sector (NAICS 48). This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing scenic and sightseeing transportation (except on land and water). The services provided are usually local and involve same-day re

What is the SBA small business size standard for NAICS code 487990?

The SBA defines a small business under NAICS code 487990 (Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other) as one with $25M 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 487990 in SAM.gov?

To register NAICS code 487990 in SAM.gov: (1) Log in at sam.gov, (2) Navigate to your Entity Registration, (3) Go to the Assertions section, (4) Add 487990 (Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other) to your NAICS code list. You may designate one code as your Primary NAICS code.

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