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Data sourced from USASpending.gov and SAM.gov

$72.6M Total Federal Spend
62 — Health Care and Social Assistance Sector

What Is NAICS 624221?

NAICS code 624221 is a six-digit industry classification code used by the federal government to categorize businesses engaged in temporary shelters. When a federal agency issues a solicitation, the contracting officer assigns a NAICS code that best describes the principal purpose of the acquisition. This code determines the applicable small business size standard and influences which set-aside programs may apply to the procurement.

Contractors should include NAICS 624221 in their SAM.gov profile if their business performs work in this industry. Having the correct NAICS codes in your registration is critical — it affects your visibility in agency market research, your eligibility for size-based set-asides, and your ability to self-certify as a small business for specific procurements.

Top Contractors in NAICS 624221

The following table lists the largest federal contractors classified under NAICS 624221, ranked by total obligated dollars. These represent the incumbent competitors in this market space. Understanding who the top players are, where they're located, and how much they receive helps new entrants assess the competitive landscape and identify potential teaming or subcontracting partners.

Rank Contractor Location Total Obligated
1 Lifemoves Santa Clara, CA $4.1M
2 United States Veterans Initiative Kapolei, HI $3.2M
3 Swords to Plowshares Veterans Rights Organization SAN Francisco, CA $3.0M
4 Abode Services Fremont, CA $2.2M
5 Old Pueblo Community Services Tucson, AZ $2.0M
6 Fresh Start Foundation Philadelphia, PA $1.7M
7 Welcome Home, Inc. Columbia, MO $1.6M
8 Vietnam Veterans Workshop Inc Boston, MA $1.5M
9 Eagle Star Housing, Inc. Rochester, NY $1.3M
10 Austin-travis County Mental Health and Mental Retardation Center Austin, TX $1.2M
11 Father Bill's & Mainspring, Inc. Brockton, MA $1.1M
12 Salvation ARMY West Palm Beach, FL $1.1M
13 Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan, Inc Traverse City, MI $1.0M
14 Our Orangeville Manor, Inc. Orangeville, PA $941K
15 Compassion Residio Services Inc LODI, CA $912K
16 Selikoff Center, Inc Montgomery, AL $912K
17 Front ST., Inc. Santa CRUZ, CA $906K
18 Haywood Charles Fresno, CA $819K
19 Homeless Emergency Project, Inc. Clearwater, FL $776K
20 New Visions Homeless Services Council Bluffs, IA $772K
21 Steps to New Freedom RENO, NV $726K
22 South Middlesex Opportunity Council, Inc. Framingham, MA $703K
23 ST. Vincent DE Paul Cares, Inc. Saint Petersburg, FL $691K
24 DEL Monte Care Pacific Grove, CA $690K
25 Retraining the Village East PALO ALTO, CA $690K

How to Compete for NAICS 624221 Contracts

Pursuing federal contracts under NAICS 624221 requires a combination of proper registration, market intelligence, and proposal capability. The following steps outline the typical approach for contractors entering or expanding in this market:

  • Verify your SAM.gov registration includes NAICS 624221 — this ensures your business appears when agencies conduct market research in this industry.
  • Assess your size status against the applicable size standard. If you qualify as small, you may be eligible for set-aside contracts reserved for small businesses, 8(a) firms, HUBZone businesses, or other socioeconomic categories.
  • Search active solicitations on SAM.gov filtered by NAICS 624221 to find current opportunities.
  • Analyze the competitive landscape using the contractor list above. Identify potential teaming partners among incumbent contractors, especially if you lack past performance in this market.
  • Build relevant past performance through subcontracting, commercial contracts, or smaller government awards. See our past performance guide.
  • What is NAICS code 624221?

    NAICS code 624221 classifies businesses engaged in temporary shelters. It is part of the Health Care and Social Assistance sector (62). Federal agencies assign this code to contract solicitations when the primary purpose of the acquisition involves temporary shelters. The code determines which SBA size standard applies for small business eligibility.

  • What is the small business size standard for NAICS 624221?

    The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 624221 is determined by the SBA. A business at or below this threshold qualifies as small for federal set-aside contracts using this NAICS code. Size is typically measured as a three-year average of annual receipts or as current number of employees, depending on the industry.

  • Who are the top federal contractors in NAICS 624221?

    The top federal contractors in NAICS 624221 include Lifemoves, United States Veterans Initiative, Swords to Plowshares Veterans Rights Organization, and others. See the full ranked list above for all top contractors, their locations, and total obligation amounts.

  • How do I find the right NAICS code for my business?

    Select the NAICS code that best describes your primary business activity. You can register for multiple codes on SAM.gov. Look at what codes your competitors use, what codes appear on contracts you want to compete for, and review the official code descriptions from the Census Bureau. For detailed guidance, see our NAICS code selection guide.

  • How much federal spending goes to NAICS 624221?

    Federal agencies have obligated $72,631,600 under NAICS 624221.

Data sourced from USASpending.gov and Census Bureau . Federal contracting data is public domain.