NAICS 624221 - Temporary Shelters
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What is NAICS 624221
NAICS code 624221 covers establishments primarily engaged in providing temporary shelter services to vulnerable populations in crisis situations. This includes short-term emergency housing for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or child abuse, as well as temporary residential shelters for homeless individuals, families, runaway youth, and patients facing medical emergencies. Entities operating under this code may manage their own dedicated shelter facilities or provide subsidies for housing in existing structures such as homes, apartments, hotels, or motels. Businesses in this sector play a critical role in public welfare by delivering essential safety and stability to underserved populations during emergencies or transitional periods. Government agencies contract these services to fulfill social service mandates, reduce homelessness, protect victims of abuse, and support community health initiatives.
Industry Classification for NAICS 624221
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing (1) short-term emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or child abuse and/or (2) temporary residential shelter for homeless individuals or families, runaway youth, and patients and families caught in medical crises. These establishments may operate their own shelters or may subsidize housing using existing homes, apartments, hotels, or motels.
Breakdown for NAICS 624221
- Provides short-term emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse.
- Offers temporary residential shelter for homeless individuals, families, and runaway youth.
- May operate dedicated shelter facilities or subsidize housing in existing apartments, hotels, or motels.
- Includes support for patients and families facing medical crises requiring temporary housing.
- Falls under the broader social assistance and housing support industry sectors.
- Subject to specific regulatory and safety standards regarding client confidentiality and shelter operations.
Included Activities for NAICS 624221
- Operating emergency shelters for domestic violence and abuse victims.
- Providing temporary housing for homeless individuals and families.
- Subsidizing housing costs in hotels, motels, or apartments for eligible clients.
- Offering shelter and support services to runaway and homeless youth.
- Coordinating with medical facilities to house patients and families during crises.
- Maintaining shelter facilities and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Delivering case management and referral services alongside shelter provision.
- Collaborating with government agencies to meet program and funding requirements.
Business Types for NAICS 624221
- Nonprofit social service organizations specializing in crisis shelter services.
- Community-based organizations operating emergency housing programs.
- Faith-based organizations providing temporary shelter and support.
- Local government social service departments managing shelter contracts.
- Private contractors specializing in managing residential facilities for vulnerable populations.
Subcategories for NAICS 624221
- Battered women's shelters
- Emergency shelters (except for victims of domestic or international disasters or conflicts)
- Homeless shelters
- Runaway youth shelters
- Shelters (except for victims of domestic or international disasters or conflicts), emergency
- Shelters, battered women's
- Shelters, homeless
- Shelters, runaway youth
- Shelters, temporary (e.g., battered women's, homeless, runaway youth)
- Temporary housing for families of medical patients
- Temporary shelters (e.g., battered women's, homeless, runaway youth)
- Women's shelters, battered
Government Buyers for NAICS 624221
Government agencies that frequently procure services under NAICS 624221 include the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), state and local social service departments, and the Veterans Affairs (VA). These agencies require temporary shelter services to implement federally funded programs aimed at homelessness prevention, domestic violence intervention, child protection, and crisis response. Contracts support the establishment and operation of emergency housing facilities, funding for transitional housing providers, and outreach services to vulnerable groups. These contracts are essential to meet the statutory requirements for providing safe, accessible, and short-term residential support for individuals and families in urgent need.
Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 624221
Contracts awarded under NAICS 624221 typically include fixed-price agreements for shelter management, cost-reimbursement contracts for operational expenses, and grant-based funding arrangements. Procurement methods often involve competitive solicitations, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and cooperative agreements with nonprofit organizations or community service providers. Contract values vary widely depending on the scope and scale of services, ranging from smaller local grants of tens of thousands of dollars to multi-million-dollar federal contracts supporting regional or national shelter networks. Many contracts emphasize performance metrics related to occupancy rates, client outcomes, and compliance with safety and confidentiality standards.
Details for NAICS 624221
Explore the hierarchy and related codes for this industry
| NAICS Code | Industry Title |
|---|---|
| 62422 | Community Housing Services |
| 6242 | Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services |
| 624 | Social Assistance |
| NAICS Code | Industry Title |
|---|---|
| 624210 | Community Food Services |
| 624229 | Other Community Housing Services |
| 624230 | Emergency and Other Relief Services |
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