NAICS 445131 - Convenience Retailers

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What is NAICS 445131

NAICS code 445131 covers establishments primarily engaged in retailing a limited line of groceries, typically including essentials such as milk, bread, soda, and snacks. This sector mainly comprises convenience stores and food marts that do not operate fuel pumps. These businesses serve as quick-stop retail outlets offering essential food and beverage items to consumers, often located in high-traffic areas to provide accessibility and convenience. Government agencies contract with these retailers to ensure timely and convenient access to essential food items for their personnel and clients, especially in remote or high-demand locations where traditional grocery stores may be less accessible. The convenience retail sector plays a vital role in supporting government operations by providing flexible, localized retail services that meet daily needs efficiently.

Industry Classification for NAICS 445131

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing a limited line of groceries that generally includes milk, bread, soda, and snacks, such as convenience stores or food marts (except those operating fuel pumps).

Breakdown for NAICS 445131

  • Focuses on retailing a limited line of essential grocery items including milk, bread, soda, and snacks.
  • Includes convenience stores and food marts, excluding establishments operating fuel pumps.
  • Businesses typically classified as small with annual receipts up to $27.5 million for SBA purposes.
  • Contracts often support government facilities such as military bases, hospitals, and emergency operations.
  • Enables quick and localized access to essential food and beverage items.
  • Supports government missions by providing flexible and timely retail services.

Included Activities for NAICS 445131

  • Retail sale of milk, bread, soda, and snack foods.
  • Operating convenience stores or food marts without fuel pumps.
  • Supplying essential grocery items to government facilities.
  • Managing inventory for quick replenishment of retail stock.
  • Coordinating deliveries to government locations under contract.
  • Providing retail services in support of emergency and disaster response.
  • Offering extended hours retail service for government personnel.
  • Maintaining compliance with government contract requirements and reporting.

Business Types for NAICS 445131

  • Convenience stores
  • Food marts
  • Small grocery retailers
  • Independent retail outlets
  • Franchise convenience stores

Subcategories for NAICS 445131

  • Convenience food stores (except those with fuel pumps)

Government Buyers for NAICS 445131

Government agencies such as the Department of Defense, Veterans Affairs, and various state and local government entities typically purchase convenience retail services. These agencies require quick access to essential grocery items for military bases, hospitals, correctional facilities, and administrative offices. Contracting with convenience retailers ensures that personnel and beneficiaries have reliable access to necessary snacks and beverages without disrupting work or mission objectives. Additionally, emergency management agencies may contract these services for disaster relief operations where rapid provisioning of essential food items is critical.

Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 445131

Contracts under NAICS 445131 commonly include firm-fixed-price agreements, delivery orders under indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts, and government purchase card transactions. Procurement methods often involve competitive bidding or simplified acquisition procedures due to the relatively low dollar values and urgency of supply. Contract values can range from small-scale, short-term agreements for single locations to multi-year contracts covering multiple facilities. Government contracts typically focus on ensuring consistent product availability and timely delivery to meet operational schedules.

Details for NAICS 445131

Explore the hierarchy and related codes for this industry

NAICS Code Industry Title
44-45 Retail Trade
441 Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
4411 Automobile Dealers
44111 New Car Dealers
441110 New Car Dealers
44112 Used Car Dealers
441120 Used Car Dealers
4412 Other Motor Vehicle Dealers
44121 Recreational Vehicle Dealers
441210 Recreational Vehicle Dealers
44122 Motorcycle, Boat, and Other Motor Vehicle Dealers
441222 Boat Dealers
441227 Motorcycle, ATV, and All Other Motor Vehicle Dealers
4413 Automotive Parts, Accessories, and Tire Retailers
44133 Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers
441330 Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers
44134 Tire Dealers
441340 Tire Dealers
444 Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers
4441 Building Material and Supplies Dealers
44411 Home Centers
444110 Home Centers
44412 Paint and Wallpaper Retailers
444120 Paint and Wallpaper Retailers
44414 Hardware Retailers
444140 Hardware Retailers
44418 Other Building Material Dealers
444180 Other Building Material Dealers
4442 Lawn and Garden Equipment and Supplies Retailers
44423 Outdoor Power Equipment Retailers
444230 Outdoor Power Equipment Retailers
44424 Nursery, Garden Center, and Farm Supply Retailers
444240 Nursery, Garden Center, and Farm Supply Retailers
445 Food and Beverage Retailers
4451 Grocery and Convenience Retailers
44511 Supermarkets and Other Grocery Retailers (except Convenience Retailers)
445110 Supermarkets and Other Grocery Retailers (except Convenience Retailers)
44513 Convenience Retailers and Vending Machine Operators
445131 Current Convenience Retailers
445132 Vending Machine Operators
4452 Specialty Food Retailers
44523 Fruit and Vegetable Retailers
445230 Fruit and Vegetable Retailers
44524 Meat Retailers
445240 Meat Retailers
44525 Fish and Seafood Retailers
445250 Fish and Seafood Retailers
44529 Other Specialty Food Retailers
445291 Baked Goods Retailers
445292 Confectionery and Nut Retailers
445298 All Other Specialty Food Retailers
4453 Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers
44532 Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers
445320 Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers
449 Furniture, Home Furnishings, Electronics, and Appliance Retailers
4491 Furniture and Home Furnishings Retailers
44911 Furniture Retailers
449110 Furniture Retailers
44912 Home Furnishings Retailers
449121 Floor Covering Retailers
449122 Window Treatment Retailers
449129 All Other Home Furnishings Retailers
4492 Electronics and Appliance Retailers
44921 Electronics and Appliance Retailers
449210 Electronics and Appliance Retailers

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