Industrial equipment repair and predictive maintenance for government facilities. Find active federal and state commercial and industrial machinery and equipment repair contracts — AI-scored against your profile across SAM.gov and 200+ portals.
Annual federal spend under NAICS 811310 exceeds $1.5 billion, driven by maintenance of mission-critical equipment at DoD depots, Army Corps hydraulic systems, DOE nuclear facilities, and GSA-managed buildings. The market is moderately competitive, with a mix of small businesses and large OEMs. Contracts are predominantly IDIQs and BPAs with task orders, though emergency repairs often use sole-source or micro-purchases. Demand spikes during facility upgrades, equipment modernization, and after natural disasters. Predictive maintenance contracts are growing, especially for HVAC, generators, and industrial controls.
These agencies are the largest buyers of commercial and industrial machinery and equipment repair services and products in the federal government. Each awards contracts under NAICS 811310 regularly — build relationships with their small business offices first.
Focus on GSA Schedule 871 or 8(a) STARS III for IDIQ access. The highest-leverage move is to obtain a facility maintenance certification (e.g., CMMS proficiency) and register in the System for Award Management under the correct PSC codes (J041, J059, J066). Target set-asides: 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB. Most awards are LPTA, so competitive pricing and past performance on similar-sized government facilities are critical. Build relationships with contracting officers at local DoD depots and Army Corps districts.
Work is typically LPTA for standard repairs and best-value for complex predictive maintenance. Common vehicles: GSA Schedule 871 (Professional Engineering Services), SEWP V (for IT-related equipment), 8(a) STARS III, and agency-specific IDIQs like the Army Corps' MATOC. Evaluation focuses on past performance, technical approach, and price.
While no single federal license is required, you may need state-level HVAC, electrical, or boiler licenses depending on the equipment. Many contracts also require EPA Section 608 certification for refrigerant handling and OSHA 30-hour construction safety training.
For contracts over $150,000, the Miller Act requires performance and payment bonds. Many IDIQs also require a blanket bond or irrevocable letter of credit. Small businesses can use the SBA Surety Bond Guarantee program to obtain bonds at lower cost.
Yes. Certifications like CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) proficiency, OEM-specific training (e.g., Caterpillar, Siemens), and ISO 55001 (asset management) can differentiate you. Also, being a certified 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB is highly advantageous.
It is moderately competitive. Many small businesses compete, but the top 20% of firms capture 80% of contract dollars. Success requires niche specialization (e.g., DoD radar cooling systems) and strong past performance. Set-asides help, but you still need competitive pricing.
Task orders range from $25,000 for minor repairs to $5 million for multi-year maintenance contracts. The median award is around $150,000. IDIQ contracts often have a $10-50 million ceiling over 5 years.