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NAICS Code· 561311

Employment Placement Agencies

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in listing employment vacancies and in recruiting, referring, or placing applicants for employment. The individuals referred or placed are not employees of the employment agencies. Illustrative Examples: Babysitting bureaus (i.e., registries) Employment registries Model registries Casting agencies or bureaus (i.e., motion picture, theatrical, video) Employment agencies Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 561311 – Employment Placement Agencies encompasses the provision of temporary, contract, and permanent workforce placement services to government entities seeking to fill mission-critical staffing needs. This sector includes agencies that source, screen, and place candidates across a broad spectrum of roles—from administrative and clerical support to technical, healthcare, and logistics positions—often under time-sensitive or high-volume hiring requirements.

33
Active Contracts
$44.5M
Total Obligations (12mo)
27
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
18
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
+75.4%
YoY Growth

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Federal obligations, top companies and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 561311.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 561311 – Employment Placement Agencies encompasses the provision of temporary, contract, and permanent workforce placement services to government entities seeking to fill mission-critical staffing needs. This sector includes agencies that source, screen, and place candidates across a broad spe...

NAICS 561311 – Employment Placement Agencies encompasses the provision of temporary, contract, and permanent workforce placement services to government entities seeking to fill mission-critical staffing needs. This sector includes agencies that source, screen, and place candidates across a broad spectrum of roles—from administrative and clerical support to technical, healthcare, and logistics positions—often under time-sensitive or high-volume hiring requirements. These services are integral to federal and state workforce management strategies, enabling agencies to maintain operational continuity without the overhead of direct hiring. In the government contracting landscape, this NAICS code supports workforce agility, particularly in agencies managing fluctuating workloads, seasonal demands, or specialized skill gaps. Top contractors in this sector include a mix of large-scale staffing primes and specialized small businesses focused on public sector recruitment. Leading firms operate with deep compliance expertise in federal hiring regulations, including E-Verify, OFCCP, and Schedule 70 alignment. The competitive landscape is characterized by niche specialization, with many contractors focusing on healthcare staffing, veteran placement, or government-specific credentialing. Key government agencies driving demand include the General Services Administration, the Department of Defense, and local transportation authorities, all of which rely on placement agencies to rapidly onboard personnel for mission support, facility operations, and program implementation. Agencies prioritize vendors with proven experience in federal background checks, security clearance coordination, and labor classification compliance. The market is highly fragmented but opportunity-dense, with recurring procurement cycles tied to fiscal year planning and workforce modernization initiatives. Contractors with robust applicant tracking systems, DOD-recognized credentialing pipelines, and established relationships with civilian and military HR offices are best positioned to compete. Demand remains steady for firms that can deliver compliant, scalable, and vetted talent across diverse geographic and functional domains.

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Active Contracts

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Year-over-Year Growth

+75.4%vs previous 12 months

Top Contractors & Agencies

Top Companies

1
TBP&JJ WORLDWIDE SERVICES LLC1 contract
$28.6M
2
CROSSBOUNDARY LLC3 contracts
$3.7M
3
Free State Associates LLC Waldorf MD 20602 USA1 contract
$3.2M
4
DEXIS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, LLC5 contracts
$3.1M
5
RED BALLOON LLC1 contract
$978.8K

Top Agencies

1
693JF7 DOT Maritime Administration1 award
$28.6M
2
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation10 awards
$7.4M
3
W7NS Uspfo Activity Nc Arng1 award
$3.2M
4
Department Of Defense6 awards
$2.3M
5
Department Of State2 awards
$978.8K

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NAICS code 561311 covers Employment Placement Agencies. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in listing employment vacancies and in recruiting, referring, or placing applicants for employment. The individuals referred or placed are not employees of the employment agencies. Illustrative Examples: Babysitting bureaus (i.e., registries) Employment registries Model registries Casting agencies or bureaus (i.e., motion picture, theatrical, video) Employment agencies Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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Key Personnel Recruitment and Management SupportThe contract seeks a subcontractor to provide comprehensive recruitment services for critical program positions under the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor within the Department of State. The scope includes designing selection criteria tailored to program needs, managing end-to-end hiring processes, and ensuring strict compliance with federal grant regulations and confidentiality protocols. The subcontractor is expected to bring expertise in identifying, vetting, and placing qualified candidates for key roles while maintaining the integrity and security of sensitive information throughout the hiring lifecycle. The solicitation was posted on July 13, 2026, with responses due by August 17, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 561311 for employment placement services. This is a subcontracting opportunity without a designated set-aside, meaning it is open to eligible entities without specific small business or other targeted preferences. While the place of performance and point of contact details are not specified, the work is tied to federal operations under the Department of State, requiring adherence to all applicable federal standards, grant compliance requirements, and confidentiality obligations. Successful bidders must demonstrate proven experience in high-stakes recruitment environments and a track record of managing sensitive personnel processes for government programs.
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Subcontractor Reporting and Small Business OutreachThe contract requires the compilation and timely submission of subcontractor reporting forms for all contracts exceeding $250,000, ensuring accurate documentation of subcontracting activities in alignment with state compliance standards. In addition to reporting obligations, the contractor must actively support outreach initiatives aimed at engaging minority-owned, women-owned, and labor surplus-owned businesses, fostering equitable participation in state-backed contracts as mandated by Vermont Act No. 54. This effort is designed to promote inclusion and expand economic opportunities for underrepresented business sectors within the state’s procurement landscape. The solicitation, titled Subcontractor Reporting and Small Business Outreach, is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 561311 and is administered by the Vermont Department of Economic Development. The opportunity was posted on July 10, 2026, with a response deadline of July 10, 2027, allowing interested parties ample time to prepare and submit proposals. While the place of performance and specific office details are not provided, the scope of work is inherently tied to the state of Vermont and its regulatory requirements. Interested respondents should access the full solicitation through the official Vermont Business Registry portal for procedural details and submission guidelines.
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Wilson Fish Bridge to Employment ProgramThe Wilson Fish Bridge to Employment Program (WF B2E) is a cooperative agreement funded by the Administration for Children and Families’ Office of Refugee Resettlement to deliver employment training, placement services, and English language training to Refugee Cash Assistance recipients in six states—Alabama, Arkansas, Idaho, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Texas—where the Refugee Support Services program will no longer operate beginning FY 2027. Services are restricted to individuals within the first 36 months after arriving in the United States or attaining ORR-eligible status. Funding is structured in three one-year budget periods over a total three-year project period, with award amounts tied to the number of ORR-eligible individuals in each state, ranging from a minimum of $250,000 for areas with fewer than 1,000 individuals to a maximum of $14,438,363 for states with 50,000 or more. A total of six awards are expected, with a program funding ceiling of $17,388,363 and no cost-sharing requirement. Subsequent year budgets are determined using a two-year lookback period and capped at no more than a 20% reduction from the previous year’s approved budget. Recipients must directly or through subawards deliver comprehensive services including case management, Employment Authorization Document assistance, aptitude and skills assessments, on-the-job and vocational training (including driver education), job placement with follow-up, and support services such as transportation, childcare, and interpreter services, all aligned with 45 CFR 400.2 and 45 CFR 400.81(b). All participants must be verified as legally eligible to work in the U.S. through E-Verify. Applications are due by August 10, 2026, through Grants.gov, and must include a project narrative, line-item budget, organizational capacity documentation, legal proof of nonprofit status, indirect cost agreements, third-party agreements, and an ACF Priorities Alignment Attestation. The evaluation weighs project response (59 points), resources and capabilities (24 points), impact (10 points), ACF alignment (10 points), purpose and need (7 points), and offers bonus points for statewide coverage, prior ORR experience, and existing staff in the state. Recipients must submit quarterly financial reports using the SF-425 and implement a performance evaluation plan using data management systems to track inputs,
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