Mobile Food Services
Size Standard: $9 million
NAICS code 722330 covers Mobile Food Services, encompassing establishments primarily engaged in preparing and serving meals and snacks from motorized vehicles or nonmotorized carts. This includes food trucks, mobile canteens, and cart-based food vendors.
Government facilities and events increasingly use mobile food services to supplement fixed dining options. Military installations may contract for mobile food services at remote training areas, construction sites, or during special events. Federal agencies use mobile food vendors for employee convenience at campuses and facilities without full cafeterias.
Mobile food services provide government customers with flexible food options that can reach locations not served by permanent dining facilities. Training exercises, outdoor events, large gatherings, and facilities without commercial kitchens all benefit from mobile food service. Emergency response situations may require mobile feeding capability.
Successful mobile food operators serving government demonstrate food safety compliance, reliable service, and the ability to meet venue requirements. Access to government facilities requires appropriate credentials, and food trucks must meet health department requirements. Insurance and liability coverage are essential.
Small mobile food operators compete through location convenience, menu variety, and responsiveness. Building relationships with installation MWR (Morale, Welfare, and Recreation) offices, event planners, and facility managers provides opportunities. The relatively low barriers to entry make this accessible for small businesses.
- Department of Defense (DoD)
- Department of Interior (DOI)
- General Services Administration (GSA)
- Department of Agriculture (USDA)
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Military Installation Food Trucks
- Training Area Mobile Feeding
- Special Event Mobile Food
- Federal Campus Food Vendors
- Emergency Response Mobile Feeding
These certifications can help you compete for set-aside contracts under NAICS 722330:
What is NAICS code 722330 used for in government contracting?
NAICS code 722330 covers mobile food services including food trucks and carts. Government agencies use this code for mobile feeding at installations, events, and locations without fixed dining facilities.
What is the size standard for NAICS 722330?
The SBA size standard for NAICS 722330 is $9 million in average annual receipts. Most mobile food operations easily qualify as small businesses.
What opportunities exist for food trucks at government facilities?
Opportunities include military installations, federal campuses, training areas, outdoor events, and emergency response situations. Locations without full cafeterias particularly benefit from mobile food options.
What requirements apply to mobile food on government property?
Requirements include health department permits, food safety certification, liability insurance, and facility access credentials. Mobile units must meet health and safety standards, and some locations have specific vendor requirements.
How do food trucks access government opportunities?
Food trucks access opportunities through MWR contracts on military installations, GSA vendor agreements, event contracts, and direct facility arrangements. Building relationships with installation managers and event planners helps.
Businesses below this threshold in average annual receipts qualify as small businesses for set-aside contracts.
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