SBA size standard
$45 million
Measured by average annual receipts over the last 5 fiscal years
SBA table effective March 2023
FY2025 federal spending
The Department of Defense bought 56% of the $30.6B obligated under 236220 in FY2025.
- Contract awards
- 24,468
- Contract vehicles (IDVs)
- 3,973
Top buying agencies
- Department of Defense$17.2B
- Department of Homeland Security$5.9B
- Department of Veterans Affairs$2.8B
- General Services Administration$1.2B
- Department of State$955.5M
FY2025 federal contract obligations, USAspending.gov
Commercial Building Construction (NAICS 236220) covers construction companies building commercial facilities and infrastructure. In government contracting, this includes companies constructing federal buildings, facilities, data centers, and government infrastructure projects.
What Businesses Fall Under This Code
236220 includes general contractors, construction companies, and building construction firms. In federal contracting, this includes companies constructing federal buildings, government facilities, data centers, and specialized infrastructure.
SBA Size Standard and What It Means
The SBA size standard for 236220 is $45 million in average annual receipts. With average annual receipts of $45 million or less, you count as a small business on contracts filed under this code.
Federal Spending in This Category
Federal construction spending exceeds $50 billion annually for buildings, facilities, and infrastructure. GSA manages federal real estate and construction projects. Agencies spend substantially on facilities maintenance, modernization, and new construction.
Top Agencies Buying in This Code
The General Services Administration (GSA) manages federal construction through the Federal Acquisition Service. The Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, and other agencies with extensive facilities procure construction services.
Tips for Tech Companies Using This Code
Register for 236220 if you perform construction or facility development work for federal agencies. If you're building data centers or government facilities, understand federal construction standards and compliance requirements. Show experience with federal construction contracting and prevailing wage compliance.
Pro Tip: If you're a tech company building federal data centers or specialized tech facilities, you may need 236220 alongside infrastructure codes (518210). Understand federal construction requirements and prevailing wage obligations.