Residential Building Construction

NAICS 2361 (Residential Building Construction) encompasses the construction, renovation, and remodeling of residential structures including single-family homes, multi-family dwellings, apartments, and staff or government housing facilities. This category includes comprehensive services such as new construction, structural modifications, interior and exterior renovations, system upgrades, and facility improvements for residential properties. Contractors in this category typically provide full-service construction management, including design, materials procurement, labor, equipment, and project completion.

Federal contract awards within this NAICS category demonstrate significant investment in residential infrastructure across various government agencies. The Department of Defense, National Park Service, Indian Health Service, and Department of State frequently award contracts ranging from $100,000 to $150 million, with performance periods typically spanning 6-24 months. Many awards focus on military family housing, government employee housing, and diplomatic residence renovations, often utilizing small business set-asides or full and open competition. Common locations include both domestic and international sites such as military bases in Germany, Alaska, Colorado, and various U.S. diplomatic missions worldwide. Contracts frequently require compliance with specific standards like Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements, sustainability guidelines, and historical preservation considerations.

Recent federal contract opportunities in this NAICS category reveal diverse residential construction requirements across multiple agencies. The National Park Service has solicited multiple projects for replacing and renovating employee housing units in national parks, while the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking contractors for extensive family housing replacement and renovation projects in locations like Baumholder, Germany. The Department of State has numerous opportunities for renovating diplomatic residences internationally, including bathroom upgrades, window replacements, and comprehensive residential rehabilitation in countries like Ecuador, Colombia, and Zimbabwe. These opportunities consistently emphasize technical expertise, historical preservation, accessibility standards, and energy efficiency in residential construction projects.