BLACK HILLS AMMUNITION INC

Black Hills Ammunition Inc. specializes in the precision manufacturing of small arms ammunition and related ordnance components, delivering mission-critical cartridges to U.S. government entities under stringent military and law enforcement specifications. Their technical expertise encompasses high-volume production of 5.56mm and other standard-caliber rifle cartridges, with deep proficiency in propellant formulation, brass casing integrity, primer ignition systems, and ballistic consistency under extreme environmental conditions. The company’s differentiation lies in its end-to-end in-house manufacturing capability, ensuring strict adherence to MIL-SPEC and NATO STANAG standards, along with rigorous quality control protocols for reliability in combat and training environments. The contractor maintains a strong, recurring relationship with the Department of Defense, supplying standardized ammunition for small arms used across Army, Marine Corps, and Special Operations units. They also support the Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security with law enforcement-grade ammunition for federal tactical units and border security operations. Their work for the Department of the Interior reflects specialized applications in wildlife management and range safety programs, demonstrating adaptability across federal mission sets. Primarily operating under NAICS 332992 for small arms ammunition manufacturing, the company is vertically focused on the production of metallic cartridge systems, including full metal jacket, hollow point, and training rounds. Their market positioning is that of a trusted, certified producer of high-volume, low-observable ordnance with consistent throughput and defect-free output, serving both operational and reserve force requirements. As a Women-Owned Small Business headquartered in Rapid City, South Dakota, Black Hills Ammunition Inc. leverages its certified status to meet federal small business participation goals while maintaining a dedicated, skilled workforce in precision manufacturing. Their geographic presence and certification profile reinforce their role as a reliable, government-validated supplier within the national defense and public safety industrial base.