NAICS 721214: Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds)
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating overnight recreational camps, such as children's camps, family vacation camps, hunting and fishing camps, and outdoor adventure retreats, that offer trail riding, white water rafting, hiking, and similar activities. These establishments provide accommodation facilities, such as cabins and fixed campsites, and other amenities, such as food services, recreational facilities and equipment, and organized recreational activities. Illustrative Examples: Fishing camps with accommodation facilities Dude ranches Vacation camps (except campgrounds, day, instructional) Hunting camps with accommodation facilities Wilderness camps Outdoor adventure retreats with accommodation facilities Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more
NAICS 721214 – Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) encompasses the operation of temporary or seasonal facilities designed for structured recreational, therapeutic, or educational programs for individuals in non-residential camp settings. This includes youth development camps, veteran wellness retreats, rehabilitation-focused outdoor programs, and specialized training camps that provide lodging, meals, and supervised activities in remote or semi-remote environments.
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Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 721214.
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NAICS 721214 – Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) encompasses the operation of temporary or seasonal facilities designed for structured recreational, therapeutic, or educational programs for individuals in non-residential camp settings. This includes youth development camps, vetera...
NAICS 721214 – Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) encompasses the operation of temporary or seasonal facilities designed for structured recreational, therapeutic, or educational programs for individuals in non-residential camp settings. This includes youth development camps, veteran wellness retreats, rehabilitation-focused outdoor programs, and specialized training camps that provide lodging, meals, and supervised activities in remote or semi-remote environments. Unlike campgrounds that offer transient lodging, this code specifically covers organized, program-driven operations with scheduled activities, clinical or educational components, and staff-led supervision. In government contracting, these services are often procured to support veteran reintegration, mental health recovery, youth at-risk initiatives, and resilience-building programs under the auspices of health, education, and social service missions. The leading contractor in this sector is EXTREME GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS LLC, a specialized service provider with expertise in delivering turnkey recreational and therapeutic camp operations for federal clients. The competitive landscape is dominated by small businesses and niche service providers with experience in outdoor program management, behavioral health support, and federal compliance frameworks such as FISMA and HIPAA. These contractors typically operate under task orders or IDIQ contracts requiring robust safety protocols, staff credentialing, and outcome-based reporting. The Department of Veterans Affairs is the primary procuring agency, leveraging these services to support VA’s holistic health initiatives, including PTSD treatment, veteran reintegration, and adaptive recreation programs. Demand is driven by VA’s commitment to non-traditional, community-based care models that emphasize physical activity, peer support, and nature-based therapy. The market is characterized by low contractor density and high program specificity, creating opportunities for firms with proven experience in federal behavioral health contracting and outdoor program accreditation. Procurement trends show increasing emphasis on trauma-informed design, veteran-centered outcomes, and partnerships with nonprofit and community-based organizations to extend reach and impact.
Top Contractors
Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 721214, ranked by dollars won.
Top Agencies
Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 721214.
Competition
How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 721214, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.
Half or more of reported awards drew exactly one bidder, usually a sign of incumbent-held work rather than an open field. · 1,784 reported awards
Median Bidders
1
Per reported award, all-time
Single-Bid Awards
66%
Share of reported awards with one bidder
10+ Bidder Awards
1%
Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders
Reported Awards
95% of 1,874 total awards
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 Family | Competition | Median Bidders | Single-Bid | Bidder Mix | Reported Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
721214This Code Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) | Usually Single-Bid | 1 | 66% | 1,78495% of 1,874 | |
72121NAICS Industry | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 31% | 10,89296% of 11,380 | |
7212Industry Group RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 31% | 10,89296% of 11,380 | |
721Subsector | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 42% | 193,59889% of 217,249 | |
72Sector Accommodation and Food Services | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 39% | 287,25889% of 321,639 |
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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