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NAICS Code· 111150

NAICS 111150: Corn Farming

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in growing corn (except sweet corn) and/or producing corn seeds. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 111150 – Corn Farming encompasses the commercial cultivation of field corn, primarily for grain production, including varieties used for animal feed, ethanol, industrial starches, and food processing. This sector involves precision agriculture practices such as GPS-guided planting, soil nutrient management, irrigation scheduling, and pest control using registered agrochemicals.

$441K
Total Obligations (12mo)
6
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
3
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
2
Median Bidders per Award
-34.1%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 111150.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 111150 – Corn Farming encompasses the commercial cultivation of field corn, primarily for grain production, including varieties used for animal feed, ethanol, industrial starches, and food processing. This sector involves precision agriculture practices such as GPS-guided planting, soil nutrie...

NAICS 111150 – Corn Farming encompasses the commercial cultivation of field corn, primarily for grain production, including varieties used for animal feed, ethanol, industrial starches, and food processing. This sector involves precision agriculture practices such as GPS-guided planting, soil nutrient management, irrigation scheduling, and pest control using registered agrochemicals. While primarily a private-sector agricultural activity, corn farming intersects with federal contracting through research partnerships, conservation programs, and supply chain support for defense and civilian agencies that rely on bio-based commodities. Government procurement in this space typically supports USDA agricultural research, renewable energy initiatives, and food security programs, rather than direct commodity purchases. No contractor data is available for this NAICS code, indicating that federal contracts directly tied to corn farming operations are either extremely limited or not systematically tracked as distinct procurement actions. The sector is dominated by family-owned farms and agricultural cooperatives, with few large-scale contractors operating under federal contract vehicles for corn production itself. No agency data is available, suggesting that federal agencies do not directly procure corn as a primary commodity through traditional contracting mechanisms. Any federal engagement is likely indirect, through grants to land-grant universities, USDA conservation programs like the Conservation Reserve Program, or research collaborations with agricultural experiment stations. The competitive landscape for government contracting in this sector is sparse, with minimal opportunity density for traditional defense or civilian contractors. Opportunities are concentrated in research, technical assistance, and environmental compliance services supporting sustainable corn production, rather than in the farming activity itself. Contractors with expertise in precision agriculture technology, soil health analytics, or biofuel supply chain logistics may find niche entry points through USDA or DOE-funded initiatives.

Small Business Size Standard

The SBA threshold that decides who can bid NAICS 111150 work as a small business.

$2.5M
Applies to the whole industry code

The SBA cap for this NAICS (13 CFR 121.201). A business at or under it can self-certify as small for work in this code, which is what makes it eligible for a small-business set-aside. The cap is set per NAICS, so the same company can be small in one code and not in another.

13 CFR 121.201, effective January 1, 2026. The SBA revises the table roughly once a year.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 111150, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards
CompanyTotal AwardsContracts
GRO ALLIANCE LLC$299K2
HAWAII SEED PRO LLC$117K3
SHANNON FRANKLIN$26K1

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 111150.

Department Of Agriculture5 awards$427K
USDA Ars Afm Apd1 award$14K

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 111150, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Fewer Bidders

Median under 3 bidders per reported award. · 276 reported awards

Median Bidders

2

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

50%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

9%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

276

88% of 315 total awards

Bidder Count Distribution by Fiscal Year

Share of reported awards in each bidder-count bracket per federal fiscal year.

How this code compares up the NAICS hierarchy. Parent cohorts pool every code under their prefix, so they are the steadier baseline when a 6-digit sample is thin.

Industry FamilyCompetitionMedian BiddersSingle-BidBidder MixReported Awards
111150This Code
Corn Farming
Fewer Bidders250%
27688% of 315
11115NAICS Industry
Fewer Bidders250%
27688% of 315
1111Industry Group
Oilseed and Grain Farming
Usually Single-Bid186%
7,40943% of 17,327
111Subsector
Usually Single-Bid160%
15,18259% of 25,943
11Sector
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Usually Single-Bid155%
225,74883% of 270,521

Bidder counts reported on past federal awards in this NAICS (USAspending). An open opportunity has no bidders yet, so this is the historical norm for similar work, not a fact about this solicitation. Not all awards report bidder counts, and fewer bidders often means incumbent-held work rather than an easier win. Federal reporting of bidder counts fell from ~96% of awards (FY2016) to ~30% (FY2018 onward); the chart shows shares of reported awards, and washed-out stretches mark years with fewer than 30 of them.

Related NAICS Codes

Industries similar to Corn Farming, by shared sector, subsector, and industry group.

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111110Same Industry GroupHigh Similarity

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111120Same Industry GroupHigh Similarity

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This U.S. industry comprises establishments engaged in growing a combination of oilseed(s) and grain...
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This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in growing grains and/or producing gra...
111199Same Industry GroupHigh Similarity

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NAICS code 111150 covers Corn Farming. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in growing corn (except sweet corn) and/or producing corn seeds. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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NAICS: 111150
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Corn Seed Harvesting and Processing ServicesThis subcontract for Corn Seed Harvesting and Processing Services supports USDA Agricultural Research Service projects in Hawaii. The selected provider is responsible for harvesting corn ears at physiological maturity, followed by drying, shelling, and packaging the seeds into individual units or 16-ounce tri-fold envelopes using industrial seed dryers and corn shellers. The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 111150. It was posted on September 22, 2026, with a response deadline of September 25, 2026. The final deliverable consists of processed, shelled, and packaged corn seeds delivered to the prime contractor.
USDA

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Corn Winter Nursery Cultivation ServicesThis subcontract for Corn Winter Nursery Cultivation Services supports USDA Agricultural Research Service projects in Hawaii by providing field activities for short-day corn seed production. The contractor is responsible for preparing land and planting 420 nursery rows with specific densities for both self-pollinated and cross-pollination varieties. Comprehensive agricultural services are required, including irrigation, fertilization, weed and pest control, and pollination, culminating in the delivery of crops ready for harvest. The opportunity is designated as a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 111150. It was posted on September 22, 2026, with a response deadline of September 25, 2026. The contract is managed by the Department of Agriculture to ensure the successful growth and delivery of specialized corn crops for research purposes.
USDA

POSTED

20 days ago

CLOSED

17 days ago
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NAICS: 111150
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Corn Winter Nurseries
Solicitation # 1240BK26Q0023-01
Solicitation 1240BK26Q0023-01 is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued by the USDA for a short-day corn winter nursery for the 2026-2027 season. The project requires a contractor to provide all necessary field activities in Hawaii, including land preparation, planting, monitoring, weed and pest control, pollination, irrigation, fertilization, harvest, drying, and shelling. The primary deliverable consists of 120 self-pollinated rows of corn, which must be individually packaged, shelled, and shipped as FOB Destination. The period of performance is scheduled from September 30, 2026, through April 30, 2027. The acquisition is an unrestricted requirement under NAICS code 111150, with a small business size standard of 2.5 million dollars. Award will be based on a comparative evaluation of the overall best value, considering technical acceptability, demonstrated past performance, and price. Offerors must provide at least three relevant contracts completed within the last three years to demonstrate experience. Compliance requirements include active SAM registration, adherence to Federal anti-discrimination and DEI laws, and the provision of phytosanitary certificates and fumigation for shipping. Invoicing must be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform.
USDA

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20 days ago

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17 days ago
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NAICS: 111150
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Federal
Maize Winter Nursery- Country of Chile
Solicitation # 127EAU26Q0079
Solicitation 127EAU26Q0079 is a combined synopsis and solicitation for a firm-fixed-price commercial services contract to establish and operate a maize winter nursery in Chile for the USDA Agricultural Research Service. The period of performance is from October 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027. This requirement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 111150. The contractor is responsible for all field activities for approximately 1,500 nursery rows, including land preparation, planting, irrigation, fertilization, weed and pest control, and pollination services. The specific crop composition includes 920 self-pollinated rows, 80 sib-pollinated rows, and 250 paired rows. Key deliverables include weekly or bi-weekly progress reports with photos prior to flowering and the collection of data on stand counts, plant height, and flowering. The contractor must ensure ears are dried to 12% to 14% moisture and perform shelling and packaging based on row type: individually for self-pollinated, by row for sib-pollinated, and bulk shelled for paired rows. Final requirements include providing phytosanitary certificates, conducting agricultural inspections, and performing necessary fumigation to meet US import standards. The contractor must also provide container and weight information to facilitate return shipment via UPS, FedEx, or DHL. Offers are due by September 21, 2026, and must be submitted electronically to the designated point of contact.
Csa Southwest 4 Usda-Fs

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25 days ago

CLOSED

21 days ago
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NAICS: 111150
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Federal
Corn Winter Nurseries
Solicitation # 1240BK26Q0023
Solicitation 1240BK26Q0023 is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued by the USDA Forest Service for a Corn Winter Nursery for the 2026-2027 season. The project requires the contractor to manage all field activities for short-day corn nursery sets in Hawaii, specifically on the islands of Maui, Oahu, or Kauai, from September 30, 2026, through April 30, 2027. The scope of work includes land preparation, planting, monitoring, irrigation, fertilization, weed and pest control, pollination, harvesting, drying, and shelling. Specific deliverables include 120 self-pollinated rows, 150 paired rows for cross-pollination, and 50 sib-pollinated rows. The contractor is also responsible for providing bi-weekly or monthly progress reports, phytosanitary certificates, and ensuring seeds are dried to a moisture level of 12-15% and fumigated prior to shipment. This is an unrestricted acquisition under NAICS code 111150, with a small business size standard of 2.5 million dollars. Award will be based on a comparative evaluation methodology considering technical acceptability, demonstrated past performance, and price to determine the overall best value. Offerors must provide at least three relevant contracts completed within the last three years to demonstrate experience. The contract is a fixed-price agreement with delivery terms set as FOB Destination. All invoices must be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform. Quotes are due by September 3, 2026, and must be submitted electronically to the primary point of contact.
Udfs Forest Service

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about 1 month ago

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about 1 month ago
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NAICS: 111150
Closed
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Corn Silage Chopping
Solicitation # 1232SA26Q0457
This solicitation, issued under the Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 12, seeks commercial corn silage chopping services through a Request for Quotation numbered 1232SA26Q0457, classified under NAICS code 111150 as a total small business set-aside. The work involves harvesting and bagging corn silage at the National Animal Disease Center in Ames, Iowa, with performance required between June 1 and November 30, 2026, and actual harvesting expected between August 1 and October 30, contingent on crop maturity and weather. The contractor must chop and bag between three and six 200-foot long silage bags totaling no more than 1,200 tons, maintaining a consistent particle size of three-quarters of an inch and a moisture content between 62% and 70%. Equipment must include a minimum three-row head with a kernel processor, and the use of PIONEER BRAND 11A44 or an equivalent inoculant is mandatory. Bags must be filled on a level rock chip, gravel, or concrete base, and accurate records of tonnage and loads per vehicle and field must be maintained. The contract is firm-fixed price, with award based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology, requiring compliance with technical standards, acceptable or neutral past performance, and full pricing that includes all elements detailed in the Statement of Work, such as labor, travel, and equipment. The quotation must be submitted via email to james.porter@usda.gov with the subject line “Quote for 1232SA26Q0457” by 4:00 PM CDT on July 10, 2026, and prices must remain firm for 90 calendar days. All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management and comply with a comprehensive suite of FAR and agency-specific clauses, including prohibitions on trafficking in persons, employment eligibility verification, paid sick leave requirements, debarment restrictions, and anti-discrimination mandates under AGAR 452.203-70, which requires certification that neither the offeror nor its partners engage in DEI programs that violate federal anti-discrimination laws. Quality assurance is governed by a detailed Surveillance Plan that includes periodic inspections, 100% forage testing of every bag upon opening, and strict standards for dry matter, particle size, packing integrity, and safety. Invoicing must
USDA Ars Afm Apd

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about 2 months ago

CLOSED

about 1 month ago
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NAICS: 111150
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Federal
Maize Winter Nursery - Award Notice
Solicitation # 1232SA26P0520
The Department of Agriculture, specifically the USDA Ars Afm Apd, has issued an award notice for the Maize Winter Nursery project under solicitation number 1232SA26P0520. This contract falls under NAICS code 111150 and is managed by the office located in Beltsville, Maryland. The performance of the contract is designated to take place in Mississippi State, Mississippi. For further inquiries regarding this award, the primary point of contact is Aaron Dimeo.
USDA Ars Afm Apd

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about 2 months ago

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NAICS: 111150
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Broomcorn Millet Seed SupplyThe contract calls for the supply of 100 pounds of Panicum miliaceum, commonly known as broomcorn millet, intended for use as a temporary cover crop or wildlife forage. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 111150, indicating it relates to oilseed and grain farming activities. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is the issuing agency, with the opportunity posted on July 29, 2026, and a response deadline of August 12, 2026, at 8:00 PM. No specific place of performance or point of contact is identified in the contract data, and no set-aside provisions are specified. Interested parties must submit their proposals through the Texas SmartBuy portal via the provided link.
Parks and Wildlife Department

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2 months ago

CLOSED

2 months ago
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NAICS: 111150
Closed
Federal
Maize Crop Cultivation and Field Management ServicesThe contract entails full-cycle maize cultivation services at a winter nursery site in Mississippi State, with scope covering all phases of crop production including land preparation, planting, irrigation, fertilization, pest management, and ongoing field maintenance. The work is classified under NAICS code 111150 for maize farming and is structured as a subcontract under the USDA ARS AFM APD, with performance required at the designated location in Mississippi State, zip code 39762. The solicitation was posted on July 24, 2026, and responses are due by August 4, 2026, by 9:59 AM, indicating a tight turnaround for qualified growers or agricultural service providers to submit proposals. The contract does not specify a set-aside category, meaning it is open to general competition without targeted preferences, and all operations must align with the technical and logistical demands of producing maize in a controlled nursery environment during the winter season.
USDA Ars Afm Apd

POSTED

3 months ago

CLOSED

2 months ago
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NAICS: 111150
Closed
Federal
Maize Winter Nursery - RFQ
Solicitation # 1232SA26Q0840
This solicitation, identified as RFQ 1232SA26Q0840, is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items issued under FAR Part 12 for the procurement of a Maize Winter Nursery service. The effort is unrestricted and open to all responsible sources, with the applicable NAICS code 111150 (Corn Farming) and a small business size standard of $2.5 million in average annual receipts. The requirement is not subject to the Agriculture Priorities and Allocations System, and no additional terms, financing arrangements, or warranty requirements beyond customary commercial practices are deemed necessary. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of August 4, 2026, to the primary point of contact, Aaron Dimeo, at the designated email and phone number. All questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing no later than 11:59 PM Hawaii Time on July 29, 2026, with responses expected by July 31, 2026. Late submissions may be considered only if timely receipt does not unduly delay award and is in the government’s best interest. The place of performance is Mississippi State, Mississippi, with the contracting office located in Beltsville, Maryland. The solicitation incorporates all applicable provisions and clauses by reference through the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO), accessible via acquisition.gov, and references Attachment 1 – Solicitation Terms and Conditions as the source for evaluation criteria, instructions, and clause details, though the full text of this attachment is not included. No specific packaging, marking, delivery, payment, invoicing, inspection criteria, or contract administration data are provided beyond the location and contact points. There are no required representations or certifications from offerors regarding size status, UEI, CAGE code, or socioeconomic programs, and no evaluation weights, award basis, or contract value have been disclosed. The absence of detailed specifications, performance periods, FOB terms, or technical standards indicates a reliance on commercial practices, with the government’s evaluation dependent on factors outlined solely in the unattached Attachment 1. The solicitation is issued as a single document with no amendments, and no contract options, special requirements, or security clearances are applicable.
USDA Ars Afm Apd

POSTED

3 months ago

CLOSED

2 months ago
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NAICS: 111150
Closed
SLED
Supply of Yellow CornThe contract is for the supply of yellow corn intended for animal consumption, with pricing tied to the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) futures market to ensure market responsiveness and transparency. It is a subcontract under NAICS code 111150, issued by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, and the delivery location is not specified beyond the state of Texas. The solicitation was posted on April 29, 2026, and responses are due by May 27, 2026, at 7:30 PM Central Time. The contract does not include a set-aside designation or specific demographic or business size preferences. Performance and delivery terms are expected to align with standard agricultural supply practices, with payment contingent on delivery and compliance with quality standards for animal feed. The official reference for inquiries and submissions is through the Texas SmartBuy portal.
Comptroller of Public Accounts

POSTED

6 months ago

CLOSED

5 months ago
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NAICS: 111150
Closed
Federal
Agricultural Lease Management & Crop ProductionThe contract entails full-cycle farming operations on a 316.1-acre leased parcel located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, covering all aspects of agricultural production including planting, cultivating, and harvesting permitted crops such as corn, soybeans, small grains, cotton, and hay or silage. Operations must strictly adhere to federal and environmental regulations to ensure compliance with applicable standards for land use, crop management, and resource conservation. The work is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by Navfacsyscom Mid-Atlantic, with a solicitation posted on April 23, 2026, and responses required by May 26, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The North American Industry Classification System code associated with this opportunity is 111150, indicating its focus on oilseed and grain farming. The lessee is expected to operate the land as a fully functional agricultural enterprise while meeting all contractual obligations tied to performance, timing, and regulatory adherence.
Navfacsyscom Mid-atlantic

POSTED

6 months ago

CLOSED

5 months ago
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