Crushed and Broken Granite Mining and Quarrying

NAICS 212313 – Crushed and Broken Granite Mining and Quarrying encompasses the extraction, crushing, screening, and processing of granite rock into aggregate materials used in federal infrastructure projects. This sector supplies durable, high-compressive-strength aggregate essential for roadbeds, airfield runways, erosion control structures, military base construction, and hydraulic engineering applications. The materials produced are critical to the Department of Defense’s civil engineering and expeditionary construction programs, where granite’s resilience to weathering and load-bearing capacity make it a preferred material for permanent and tactical infrastructure. Operations in this NAICS involve heavy machinery, blasting, drilling, and environmental compliance under federal mining regulations, often requiring specialized permits and reclamation planning. RDA CONTRACTING, INC. is the leading contractor in this sector, demonstrating a focused presence in government procurement through direct mining and aggregate supply contracts. The competitive landscape is dominated by regional operators with established quarrying permits and logistics capabilities, often structured as small businesses or mid-sized firms with localized sourcing advantages. Due to the site-specific nature of granite deposits and transportation costs, contractors typically operate within defined geographic zones, limiting national competition but increasing regional market concentration. The Department of Defense is the primary federal buyer, driving demand through military construction (MILCON), base resilience initiatives, and expeditionary engineering projects requiring durable, non-reactive aggregates. Demand is further fueled by the Army Corps of Engineers’ civil works and coastal protection programs, where crushed granite is used in revetments, breakwaters, and drainage systems. Procurement is often tied to long-term infrastructure planning cycles and disaster recovery efforts. The market is characterized by high entry barriers due to land use restrictions, environmental permitting, and capital-intensive equipment requirements. Opportunities exist for contractors with existing quarries, transportation networks, and experience in federal compliance. Procurement trends favor vendors capable of delivering consistent material quality, timely logistics, and sustainable reclamation practices.