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NAICS Code· 722310

NAICS 722310: Food Service Contractors

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing food services at institutional, governmental, commercial, or industrial locations of others based on contractual arrangements with these types of organizations for a specified period of time. The establishments of this industry provide food services for the convenience of the contracting organization or the contracting organization's customers. The contractual arrangement of these establishments with contracting organizations may vary by type of facility operated (e.g., cafeteria, restaurant, fast-food eating place), revenue sharing, cost structure, and personnel provided. Management staff is always provided by food service contractors. Illustrative Examples: Airline food service contractors Food concession contractors (e.g., at sporting, entertainment, convention facilities) Cafeteria food service contractors (e.g., at schools, hospitals, government offices) Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 722310 – Food Service Contractors encompasses the provision of comprehensive meal preparation, dining operations, and catering services under contract to government facilities. This sector supports institutional feeding programs across military bases, federal offices, correctional facilities, and agricultural research centers, delivering scalable, compliant, and nutritionally balanced foodservice solutions.

106
Active Contracts
$504.9M
Total Obligations (12mo)
774
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
191
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
2
Median Bidders per Award
-39.3%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 722310.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 722310 – Food Service Contractors encompasses the provision of comprehensive meal preparation, dining operations, and catering services under contract to government facilities. This sector supports institutional feeding programs across military bases, federal offices, correctional facilities, ...

NAICS 722310 – Food Service Contractors encompasses the provision of comprehensive meal preparation, dining operations, and catering services under contract to government facilities. This sector supports institutional feeding programs across military bases, federal offices, correctional facilities, and agricultural research centers, delivering scalable, compliant, and nutritionally balanced foodservice solutions. Contractors manage everything from menu planning and procurement to logistics, sanitation, and staff training, often operating under strict federal dietary guidelines and food safety standards such as HACCP and USDA requirements. These services are critical to sustaining workforce readiness, mission continuity, and regulatory compliance in high-volume, 24/7 operational environments. Top contractors in this space include ROCKWELL AMERICAN SERVICES, LTD., SYSCO SPOKANE INC, STORM SERVICES, LLC, CATERING LINK INC, and METREA SPECIAL AEROSPACE, ISR, INC., representing a mix of large-scale foodservice primes and specialized niche providers. Many hold multiple contract vehicles, including GSA Schedule 70 and IDIQs, and compete across both commercial and mission-critical federal settings. The competitive landscape is characterized by strong incumbency, deep supply chain integration, and a growing emphasis on operational efficiency and sustainability. Primary buyers include the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Agriculture, and General Services Administration. Demand is driven by institutional feeding for personnel, emergency response support, research facility operations, and federal building cafeteria management. These agencies prioritize contractors with proven experience in high-volume logistics, dietary compliance, and secure supply chain protocols. The market is dense with recurring operational contracts and high barriers to entry due to regulatory complexity and infrastructure requirements. Opportunities exist for contractors with specialized capabilities in allergen control, culturally appropriate meals, and remote site catering, particularly in austere or expeditionary environments. Consolidation and performance-based contracting are increasing trends, favoring integrated service providers with robust quality assurance systems.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 722310, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards
CompanyTotal AwardsContracts
SOUTH CAROLINA COMMISSION FOR BLIND$59.9M3
TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION$49.0M12
PENTAD CORP$45.7M1
DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION S Madison MS 39110 USA$25.0M1
STATE OF NEW JERSEY$23.9M2
PROFESSIONAL CONTRACT SERVICES, INC.$18.1M1
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES$16.4M2
Opportunity Center, Inc$14.9M1
MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICE$13.3M80
CA DEPT OF REHABILITATION$12.4M6

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 722310.

Department Of Defense479 awards$279.2M
Department Of Agriculture118 awards$78.3M
Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Jacksonville1 award$45.7M
Department Of Homeland Security22 awards$27.9M
W7NH Uspfo Activity Ms Arng1 award$25.0M
W7NX Uspfo Activity Pa Arng1 award$14.9M
Department Of Veterans Affairs8 awards$7.9M
FA5587 48 Cons (admin Only No Req)1 award$7.1M
Department Of State108 awards$5.8M
W7NL Uspfo Activity Ne Arng1 award$4.5M

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 722310, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Fewer Bidders

Median under 3 bidders per reported award. · 65,512 reported awards

Median Bidders

2

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

27%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

6%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

89% of 73,837 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 FamilyCompetitionMedian BiddersSingle-BidBidder MixReported Awards
722310This Code
Food Service Contractors
Fewer Bidders227%
65,51289% of 73,837
72231NAICS Industry
Fewer Bidders227%
65,51289% of 73,837
7223Industry Group
Special Food Services
Fewer Bidders231%
88,19590% of 98,155
722Subsector
Fewer Bidders233%
93,66090% of 104,390
72Sector
Accommodation and Food Services
Fewer Bidders239%
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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722514Same SubsectorMedium Similarity

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NAICS code 722310 covers Food Service Contractors. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing food services at institutional, governmental, commercial, or industrial locations of others based on contractual arrangements with these types of organizations for a specified period of time. The establishments of this industry provide food services for the convenience of the contracting organization or the contracting organization's customers. The contractual arrangement of these establishments with contracting organizations may vary by type of facility operated (e.g., cafeteria, restaurant, fast-food eating place), revenue sharing, cost structure, and personnel provided. Management staff is always provided by food service contractors. Illustrative Examples: Airline food service contractors Food concession contractors (e.g., at sporting, entertainment, convention facilities) Cafeteria food service contractors (e.g., at schools, hospitals, government offices) Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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