NAICS 811111: General Automotive Repair
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing (1) a wide range of mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance services for automotive vehicles, such as passenger cars, trucks, and vans, and all trailers or (2) engine repair and replacement. Illustrative Examples: Automobile repair garages (except gasoline service stations) General automotive repair shops Automotive engine repair and replacement shops Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more
NAICS 811111 – General Automotive Repair covers the maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and overhaul of light-duty and medium-duty motor vehicles, including passenger cars, trucks, vans, and specialized government fleet vehicles. This sector encompasses mechanical and body repair services such as engine tuning, brake system restoration, suspension alignment, electrical system diagnostics, and collision repair using OEM and aftermarket parts.
Industry Spending Overview
Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 811111.
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NAICS 811111 – General Automotive Repair covers the maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and overhaul of light-duty and medium-duty motor vehicles, including passenger cars, trucks, vans, and specialized government fleet vehicles. This sector encompasses mechanical and body repair services such as engi...
NAICS 811111 – General Automotive Repair covers the maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and overhaul of light-duty and medium-duty motor vehicles, including passenger cars, trucks, vans, and specialized government fleet vehicles. This sector encompasses mechanical and body repair services such as engine tuning, brake system restoration, suspension alignment, electrical system diagnostics, and collision repair using OEM and aftermarket parts. In the federal contracting landscape, this NAICS supports mission-critical mobility for agency fleets, ensuring operational readiness across civilian, law enforcement, and military applications. Services are often delivered under indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts, blanket purchase agreements (BPAs), or task orders requiring compliance with federal vehicle maintenance standards and environmental regulations. Top contractors in this space include TECH O. R., LLC, EXTREME GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS LLC, MIDWEST TRANSIT EQUIPMENT INC, BHPE LLC, and IMPERIAL AUTO BODY & SALES, a mix of small businesses and mid-sized firms with specialized expertise in fleet maintenance, mobile repair units, and government-compliant bodywork. These contractors typically hold small business set-asides or 8(a) certifications, reflecting a competitive environment where agility, local service networks, and compliance with federal vehicle maintenance protocols are key differentiators. Primary buyers include the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Homeland Security. These agencies rely on consistent vehicle uptime for logistics, emergency response, veteran transportation, and rural patrol operations, driving demand for preventive maintenance, fleet modernization, and rapid-response repair services. The market is characterized by high opportunity density across regional fleet hubs, with recurring procurement cycles tied to vehicle lifecycle management. Contractors with certified technicians, access to diagnostic tools compliant with federal specifications, and experience in managing multi-site maintenance contracts are best positioned to compete. Demand is increasingly driven by the need for fuel-efficient and low-emission fleet repairs, aligning with broader sustainability initiatives across federal agencies.
Top Contractors
Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 811111, ranked by dollars won.
| Company | Total Awards | Contracts |
|---|---|---|
| GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $69.9M | 7 |
| MERCHANTS AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, LLC | $9.2M | 2 |
| SKOOKUM EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS | $3.4M | 7 |
| MAGINOT SUPPORT SERVICES INC | $3.2M | 4 |
| FIRE CREEK COMPANY | $2.9M | 3 |
| ALLIANCE WORLDWIDE DISTRIBUTING LLC | $2.5M | 3 |
| QUIGLEY MOTOR COMPANY, INCORPORATED | $2.2M | 4 |
| ECO BRIGHT SOLUTIONS LLC | $1.7M | 1 |
| CROWN MOTORS SALES & SERVICE, INC. | $1.1M | 2 |
| PATHWAYS TECHNICAL SERVICES LLC | $1.1M | 2 |
Top Agencies
Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 811111.
Competition
How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 811111, 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. · 23,785 reported awards
Median Bidders
1
Per reported award, all-time
Single-Bid Awards
56%
Share of reported awards with one bidder
10+ Bidder Awards
6%
Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders
Reported Awards
90% of 26,444 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
811111This Code General Automotive Repair | Usually Single-Bid | 1 | 56% | 23,78590% of 26,444 | |
81111NAICS Industry | Usually Single-Bid | 1 | 56% | 29,37990% of 32,819 | |
8111Industry Group Automotive Repair and Maintenance | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 44% | 66,80191% of 73,502 | |
811Subsector | Usually Single-Bid | 1 | 63% | 412,07989% of 462,984 | |
81Sector Other Services (except Public Administration) | Usually Single-Bid | 1 | 64% | 525,03188% of 593,714 |
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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