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NAICS Code· 441120

NAICS 441120: Used Car Dealers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing used automobiles and light trucks, such as sport utility vehicles, and passenger and cargo vans. Illustrative Examples: Antique auto dealers Light truck dealers, used only Automobile dealers, used only Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 441120 – Used Car Dealers encompasses the retail sale of pre-owned motor vehicles, including passenger cars, light trucks, and vans, acquired through trade-ins, auctions, or wholesale channels and subsequently reconditioned for resale. This sector supports government fleet modernization, vehicle replacement programs, and logistical operations requiring cost-effective transportation solutions.

20
Active Contracts
$624K
Total Obligations (12mo)
6
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
4
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
2
Median Bidders per Award
+708.1%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 441120.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 441120 – Used Car Dealers encompasses the retail sale of pre-owned motor vehicles, including passenger cars, light trucks, and vans, acquired through trade-ins, auctions, or wholesale channels and subsequently reconditioned for resale. This sector supports government fleet modernization, vehic...

NAICS 441120 – Used Car Dealers encompasses the retail sale of pre-owned motor vehicles, including passenger cars, light trucks, and vans, acquired through trade-ins, auctions, or wholesale channels and subsequently reconditioned for resale. This sector supports government fleet modernization, vehicle replacement programs, and logistical operations requiring cost-effective transportation solutions. While primarily a commercial retail function, federal agencies may procure used vehicles through competitive bidding or blanket purchase agreements to supplement official fleets, particularly for non-mission-critical transportation needs such as administrative support, field operations, or regional office mobility. The procurement process typically adheres to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines for surplus property disposal or direct purchase under simplified acquisition thresholds. No contractor data is available to identify leading primes or small businesses active in government contracting under this NAICS code. The absence of identifiable award recipients suggests limited or sporadic federal procurement activity, with most transactions likely occurring at the local or agency level without centralized reporting. No agency data is available to identify primary buyers. However, agencies with large vehicle fleets—such as the Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and Department of Agriculture—may occasionally acquire used vehicles for secondary roles, maintenance crews, or temporary replacements during fleet transitions. The competitive landscape for government contracting under NAICS 441120 is sparse and fragmented, with few formal solicitations. Opportunities are typically ad hoc, tied to surplus vehicle sales or local procurement needs, and often awarded through micro-purchase thresholds or interagency agreements. Contractors with established used vehicle inventories, certified reconditioning capabilities, and compliance with federal emissions and safety standards may find niche opportunities in agency fleet refresh cycles, particularly where budget constraints favor cost-efficient alternatives to new vehicle purchases.

Small Business Size Standard

The SBA threshold that decides who can bid NAICS 441120 work as a small business.

$30.5M
Applies to the whole industry code

The SBA cap for this NAICS (13 CFR 121.201). A business at or under it can self-certify as small for work in this code, which is what makes it eligible for a small-business set-aside. The cap is set per NAICS, so the same company can be small in one code and not in another.

13 CFR 121.201, effective January 1, 2026. The SBA revises the table roughly once a year.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 441120, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 441120.

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 441120, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Fewer Bidders

Median under 3 bidders per reported award. · 449 reported awards

Median Bidders

2

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

41%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

5%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

449

96% of 469 total awards

Bidder Count Distribution by Fiscal Year

Share of reported awards in each bidder-count bracket per federal fiscal year.

How this code compares up the NAICS hierarchy. Parent cohorts pool every code under their prefix, so they are the steadier baseline when a 6-digit sample is thin.

Industry FamilyCompetitionMedian BiddersSingle-BidBidder MixReported Awards
441120This Code
Used Car Dealers
Fewer Bidders241%
44996% of 469
44112NAICS Industry
Fewer Bidders241%
44996% of 469
4411Industry Group
Automobile Dealers
Moderate Competition322%
7,09186% of 8,238
441Subsector
Fewer Bidders241%
69,39592% of 75,549
44Sector
Retail Trade
Moderate Competition336%
687,18721% of 3,318,247

Bidder counts reported on past federal awards in this NAICS (USAspending). An open opportunity has no bidders yet, so this is the historical norm for similar work, not a fact about this solicitation. Not all awards report bidder counts, and fewer bidders often means incumbent-held work rather than an easier win. Federal reporting of bidder counts fell from ~96% of awards (FY2016) to ~30% (FY2018 onward); the chart shows shares of reported awards, and washed-out stretches mark years with fewer than 30 of them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

NAICS code 441120 covers Used Car Dealers. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing used automobiles and light trucks, such as sport utility vehicles, and passenger and cargo vans. Illustrative Examples: Antique auto dealers Light truck dealers, used only Automobile dealers, used only Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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NAICS: 441120
Closed
SLED
Service Trucks For Central Services Division
Solicitation # CSD-27-006-O
Solicitation CSD-27-006-O is issued by the Hawaii Department of Accounting and General Services, Central Services Division, for the purchase and delivery of used service trucks to be performed on Oahu. The scope of work requires the delivery of one Type 1 vehicle and one Type 2 vehicle, with an additional option for the State to purchase a third Type 1 vehicle. All vehicles must be delivered in full operational condition, completely serviced and detailed, and accompanied by clean titles, Hawaii Safety Inspection Certificates, registration, and mounted license plates. Depending on the vehicle's age and mileage, a written used vehicle warranty per HRS 481J may be required. The contract will be awarded to the responsible and responsive offeror providing the lowest evaluated total sum bid price, with ties decided by a coin flip. To be considered responsive, offerors must bid on all listed items and submit all required documentation via the HiePRO portal, including Offer Forms A and B, a W-9, and applicable Hawaii Motor Vehicle Industry Licenses. Responsibility is determined by past performance, equipment, experience, and strict compliance with various Hawaii Revised Statutes regarding tax clearance, unemployment insurance, workers' compensation, and a Certificate of Good Standing. Awarded contractors must maintain general liability insurance of at least 1 million dollars per occurrence and 2 million dollars in aggregates, as well as automobile liability insurance of 1 million dollars per occurrence. Payment is issued within 30 calendar days following the State's certification of vehicle acceptance and receipt of a proper invoice containing the contract number and vehicle identification details. The State serves as the sole judge of vehicle acceptability, and the contractor remains responsible for the vehicles until they are formally accepted by authorized State personnel.
Department of Accounting and General Services

POSTED

7 days ago

CLOSED

2 days ago
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