Tour Operators
Size Standard: $47 million
NAICS code 561520 covers Tour Operators, which includes establishments primarily engaged in arranging and assembling tours. These establishments usually provide a combination of travel, food, lodging, and sightseeing arrangements. Government applications include educational tours, VIP delegations, and organized group travel.
Government agencies arrange group travel for various purposes including congressional delegations, educational programs, VIP visits, and organized events. The Department of State coordinates diplomatic tours and cultural exchanges. Military MWR (Morale, Welfare, and Recreation) programs provide recreational tours for service members and families.
Major buyers include the State Department for cultural exchange programs, DoD MWR programs, National Park Service for interpretive programs, and educational agencies for student travel. International programs require specialized capabilities.
Contractors under NAICS 561520 assemble tour packages including transportation, accommodations, guides, and activities. Government tours often require additional security coordination, accessibility accommodations, and compliance with travel regulations.
The size standard of $47 million reflects the scale of tour operations. Small businesses compete effectively for specialized tours, regional programs, and cultural exchange support.
- Department of State
- Department of Defense MWR
- National Park Service
- Smithsonian Institution
- Department of Education
- Cultural Exchange Program Tours
- Military MWR Tour Services
- Congressional Delegation Support
- Educational Group Travel
- VIP Delegation Arrangements
These certifications can help you compete for set-aside contracts under NAICS 561520:
What government tour opportunities exist?
Opportunities include cultural exchange programs (State Department), MWR recreational tours (DoD), congressional delegation support (CODEL), educational travel (grants/exchanges), and interpretive programs (NPS).
What is the size standard for NAICS 561520?
The SBA size standard for NAICS 561520 is $47 million in average annual receipts, one of the higher standards in the services sector.
What are MWR tour opportunities?
Military MWR programs contract for recreational tours for service members and families at installations worldwide. These include local sightseeing, adventure tours, and travel packages through ITR (Information, Tickets, Registration) offices.
What are congressional delegation (CODEL) requirements?
Congressional delegations require secure transportation, diplomatic coordination, and VIP-level logistics support. Contractors must have experience with security protocols and international travel requirements.
What specialized capabilities are needed?
Government tour contracts may require security-cleared staff, accessibility accommodations, international logistics expertise, cultural competency, and experience with diplomatic or VIP travel protocols.
Businesses below this threshold in average annual receipts qualify as small businesses for set-aside contracts.
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