Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

The NAICS 813 category encompasses Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations, representing a diverse group of non-profit and membership-based entities that provide specialized services and support across various professional, social, and religious domains. These organizations typically focus on advancing specific interests, supporting professional development, facilitating research, promoting social causes, and delivering community-based services. The category includes religious institutions, professional associations, labor unions, political organizations, and civic groups that operate with a mission-driven approach rather than primarily generating commercial profit.

Federal contract awards within this category demonstrate a wide range of professional service procurement, frequently targeting religious support services, professional membership organizations, and specialized technical support. Typical contract values range from $30,000 to $500,000, with performance periods spanning one to five years. Common funding agencies include the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, and various federal research institutions. Many opportunities are set aside for small businesses, particularly those owned by veterans, women, or socially disadvantaged groups. Frequently awarded entities include national professional associations like the National Society of Black Engineers, American College of Surgeons, and various religious service providers.

Recent federal contract opportunities in this category focus extensively on specialized professional services, with a notable concentration on religious support services for military installations, professional organization memberships, and technical support for specific research and educational initiatives. Key opportunities include Catholic and Protestant religious education coordinator roles at military bases, professional organization memberships for federal agencies, conference support services, and technical research coordination. Performance locations span domestic and international settings, including military bases in the United States, South Korea, and Japan, as well as federal research facilities. Requesting agencies include the Department of Defense, Veterans Affairs, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and various research-oriented federal organizations.