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NAICS Code· 926150

NAICS 926150: Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors

This industry comprises government establishments primarily engaged in the regulation, licensing, and inspection of commercial sectors, such as retail trade, professional occupations, manufacturing, mining, construction, and services. Included in this industry are government establishments maintaining physical standards, regulating hazardous conditions not elsewhere classified, and enforcing alcoholic beverage control regulations. Illustrative Examples: Alcoholic beverage control boards, public administration Labor management negotiations boards, government Banking regulatory agencies, public administration Licensing and permit issuance for business operations, government Building inspections, government Licensing and permit issuance for professional occupations, government Insurance commissions, government Securities regulation commissions, public administration Cross-References.Show more

NAICS 926150 — Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors encompasses the federal government’s oversight activities related to non-core commercial industries that require compliance monitoring, permit issuance, and safety inspections. This includes regulatory functions for sectors such as private security services, amusement parks, tattoo parlors, pawnbrokers, and other niche commercial enterprises not covered under more specialized regulatory codes.

5
Active Contracts
$756K
Total Obligations (12mo)
17
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
15
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
1
Median Bidders per Award
-16.4%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 926150.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 926150 — Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors encompasses the federal government’s oversight activities related to non-core commercial industries that require compliance monitoring, permit issuance, and safety inspections. This includes regulatory functions...

NAICS 926150 — Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors encompasses the federal government’s oversight activities related to non-core commercial industries that require compliance monitoring, permit issuance, and safety inspections. This includes regulatory functions for sectors such as private security services, amusement parks, tattoo parlors, pawnbrokers, and other niche commercial enterprises not covered under more specialized regulatory codes. These activities are typically carried out through administrative enforcement, field inspections, licensing audits, and compliance reporting systems. In the government contracting landscape, this NAICS supports mission-critical public safety and consumer protection objectives, often requiring contractors to deliver specialized regulatory technology, inspection logistics, training programs, and data management systems that integrate with agency compliance frameworks. No contractor data is available to identify leading primes or small businesses operating in this sector, suggesting a fragmented or highly localized contracting environment where services may be delivered directly by agency personnel or through limited, regionally focused vendors. No agency data is available to pinpoint primary buyers, though demand is likely driven by departments and agencies with broad regulatory authority, such as the Department of Health and Human Services, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and state-level entities supported through federal grants. These entities typically require support for compliance monitoring, licensing databases, and inspection workflow automation. The competitive landscape is characterized by low concentration and high specialization, with opportunities often tied to grant-funded programs or interagency partnerships. Contractors with expertise in regulatory IT systems, field inspection mobile platforms, and compliance analytics stand to benefit from increasing demands for digital transformation in oversight functions. Procurement tends to be project-based and responsive to emerging public safety priorities rather than driven by large, recurring contracts.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 926150, ranked by dollars won.

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 926150, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Usually Single-Bid

Half or more of reported awards drew exactly one bidder, usually a sign of incumbent-held work rather than an open field. · 1,693 reported awards

Median Bidders

1

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

84%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

1%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

92% of 1,832 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
926150This Code
Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors
Usually Single-Bid184%
1,69392% of 1,832
92615NAICS Industry
Usually Single-Bid184%
1,69392% of 1,832
9261Industry Group
Administration of Economic Programs
Usually Single-Bid190%
8,59586% of 10,015
926Subsector
Usually Single-Bid190%
8,59586% of 10,015
92Sector
Public Administration
Usually Single-Bid167%
95,24091% of 104,875

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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NAICS code 926150 covers Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors. This industry comprises government establishments primarily engaged in the regulation, licensing, and inspection of commercial sectors, such as retail trade, professional occupations, manufacturing, mining, construction, and services. Included in this industry are government establishments maintaining physical standards, regulating hazardous conditions not elsewhere classified, and enforcing alcoholic beverage control regulations. Illustrative Examples: Alcoholic beverage control boards, public administration Labor management negotiations boards, government Banking regulatory agencies, public administration Licensing and permit issuance for business operations, government Building inspections, government Licensing and permit issuance for professional occupations, government Insurance commissions, government Securities regulation commissions, public administration Cross-References.

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NAICS: 926150
Closed
Federal
RFI - INSPECTION, TESTING, & MECHANICAL INTEGRITY EVALUATION OF PROPANE PIPE SYSTEM AT USCG TRACEN PETALUMA, CA
Solicitation # 70Z049-26-RFI-1
The United States Coast Guard Training Center Petaluma is seeking information from qualified entities capable of performing comprehensive inspection, testing, and mechanical integrity evaluations of propane piping systems at its facility in Petaluma, California. The scope includes pre-inspection file reviews, external visual assessments, non-destructive testing such as ultrasonic thickness measurements, cathodic protection rectifier testing, leak detection, corrosion and coating evaluations, and engineering analysis aligned with recognized industry standards like ASME BPVC Section VIII, NFPA 58/59, API 570, NACE/AMPP, and STI SP001. The goal is to assess the current condition and code compliance of all propane system components and produce detailed reports with recommendations for ongoing maintenance and future inspection intervals. This request is strictly for market research and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of future contract award. Interested parties must submit detailed responses by August 28, 2026, including organizational information, socioeconomic status, Unique Entity Identifier, prior contract experience, and evidence of technical capability through personnel qualifications such as API-570, NACE Level II, and PE licensure. Respondents are asked to outline their proposed methodologies, project management approach, and experience with government or large industrial clients, and to indicate whether they hold existing government-wide acquisition contracts applicable to this work. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for August 19, 2026, requiring advance registration with full personal and vehicle information due to strict security protocols, including background checks. All submissions become government property, no proprietary or sensitive data should be included, and responders are advised that no reimbursement will be provided for response costs. A future solicitation, potentially set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 926150, may follow based on the findings of this RFI.
Tracen PETALUMA(00049)

POSTED

about 2 months ago

CLOSED

about 10 hours ago
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NAICS: 926150
SLED
Stewards in Training
Solicitation # 476-26-002
The Texas Racing Commission is soliciting proposals for Stewards in Training to provide official oversight services at racetracks across Texas in accordance with the Texas Racing Act and Commission Rules. The contract, issued under solicitation number 476-26-002 with a response deadline of September 30, 2026, is designed to support the 2025–2026 racing season and will be awarded as a blanket contract not to exceed $75,000 per fiscal year, with potential for renewal up to four years, resulting in a maximum estimated value of $300,000. Proposals will be evaluated based on a trade-off analysis prioritizing demonstrated competencies: 40% weight is assigned to skills shown during a face-to-face interview with the Chief Steward or designee, 25% to experience in regulating horse racing, 25% to prior experience as a racing official such as a placing judge or clerk of scales, and 10% to accreditations, formal education, or relevant practical experience. Eligibility requires certification at ROAP Level III and compliance with extensive state-mandated assurances, including E-Verify participation, criminal background checks, fingerprinting, cybersecurity training, and prohibition against business with foreign terrorist organizations or boycotts of Israel or U.S. energy companies. Contractors must perform services at any Texas racetrack designated by the Chief Steward, require travel throughout the state, and submit itemized timesheets for payment via electronic invoicing to payables@txrc.texas.gov, governed by the Texas Prompt Payment Act. Payment is contingent on approval by the Chief Steward and Deputy Executive Director, with no use of federal invoicing systems. The contract includes stringent compliance provisions such as certification of no conflicts of interest, verification against state and federal debarment lists, disclosure of prior state employment within the past two years, and assurance that no former TXRC employees have been hired within the past 12 months. Vendors must also maintain liability insurance, comply with data security requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 2054, and adhere to the Texas Public Information Act and audit rights reserved by the State Auditor and TXRC. All submissions must be signed and submitted by email, fax, or mail to the TXRC Human Resource Team, with electronic Word format preferred. The contract does not specify physical delivery or packaging requirements, as it is entirely service-based, and contains no line-item pricing details
Texas Racing Commission

POSTED

2 months ago

DEADLINE

in about 1 month
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NAICS: 926150
Closed
Federal
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Solicitation # 140P1526Q0089
The contract involves the inspection, testing, and maintenance of backflow prevention assemblies across Grand Canyon National Park, covering all operational areas including the year-round accessible South Rim, the seasonally closed North Rim (December 1 to May 15), and the inner canyon locations accessible only by foot or helicopter. The service contract requires the contractor to perform annual inspections and testing on 313 assemblies, with optional repairs, replacements, or installations contingent upon written approval from the Contracting Officer via a Not-To-Exceed modification. Work must fully comply with Arizona Administrative Code R18-4-215, OSHA safety standards, and industry best practices as defined by the USC Foundation for Cross-Connection Control, ADEQ, NFPA 25 and 72, the National Plumbing Code, and guidance from the EPA and AWWA. All testing equipment must be properly calibrated with documentation submitted, and each inspected assembly requires an individual report with two photographs and a consolidated report. The period of performance runs from July 1, 2026, to January 30, 2027, with the solicitation issued as a Request for Quote under SF-18 with solicitation number 140P1526Q0089. The contract is a 100% total small business set-aside under NAICS code 926150, requiring all offerors to maintain active SAM registration, hold a Unique Entity Identifier, and qualify as a small business at submission, award, and throughout performance. The offeror’s technical capability, prior experience with similar projects, and price will be evaluated, with non-price factors significantly more important than cost. Proposals must include a capabilities statement limited to two pages, three verifiable examples of similar work from the past five years, a completed checklist, signed SF-18, and a bid schedule, all submitted by email to the Contracting Officer by 1:00 PM Arizona time on July 8, 2026. Late submissions will be rejected. Payment must be processed through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), with invoices requiring PDF attachments showing pricing breakdowns, contract number, service dates, invoice date, and vendor letterhead. Deviations from specifications require prior written approval from the Contracting Officer, and the Contracting Officer’s Representative will be designated post-award to monitor technical performance.
Imr ARIZONA(12400)

POSTED

2 months ago

CLOSED

about 2 months ago
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