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NAICS Code· 311999

NAICS 311999: All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing food (except animal food; grain and oilseed milling; sugar and confectionery products; preserved fruits, vegetables, and specialties; dairy products; meat products; seafood products; bakeries and tortillas; snack foods; coffee and tea; flavoring syrups and concentrates; seasonings and dressings; and perishable prepared food). Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in mixing purchased dried and/or dehydrated ingredients including those mixing purchased dried and/or dehydrated ingredients for soup mixes and bouillon. Illustrative Examples: Baking powder manufacturing Cake frosting, prepared, manufacturing Dessert puddings manufacturing Sweetening syrups (except pure maple) manufacturing Egg substitutes manufacturing Gelatin dessert preparations manufacturing Honey processing Powdered drink mixes (except chocolate, coffee, tea, or milk based) manufacturing Popcorn (except popped) manufacturing Yeast manufacturing Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 311999 – All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing encompasses the production of food products that do not fit into more specific manufacturing categories, including specialty snacks, dietary supplements, frozen desserts, non-alcoholic beverages, and other niche food items prepared for institutional or government use. This sector serves critical supply chain needs for federal programs requiring shelf-stable, nutritionally fortified, or customized food formulations—particularly in settings such as military rations, correctional facilities, and federal nutrition assistance initiatives.

31
Active Contracts
$2.2B
Total Obligations (12mo)
41.7K
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
296
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
3
Median Bidders per Award
-20.2%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 311999.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 311999 – All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing encompasses the production of food products that do not fit into more specific manufacturing categories, including specialty snacks, dietary supplements, frozen desserts, non-alcoholic beverages, and other niche food items prepared for instit...

NAICS 311999 – All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing encompasses the production of food products that do not fit into more specific manufacturing categories, including specialty snacks, dietary supplements, frozen desserts, non-alcoholic beverages, and other niche food items prepared for institutional or government use. This sector serves critical supply chain needs for federal programs requiring shelf-stable, nutritionally fortified, or customized food formulations—particularly in settings such as military rations, correctional facilities, and federal nutrition assistance initiatives. The production processes often involve specialized packaging, allergen control, and compliance with USDA and FDA food safety standards, making technical expertise in food science and regulatory adherence essential for contractors. Top contractors in this space include SYSCO SPOKANE INC, MARATHON MEDICAL CORPORATION, MST MARITIME MANAGEMENT LLC, and AMCAR GROUP LLC, representing a mix of large-scale food distributors, medical nutrition specialists, and logistics-focused suppliers. These firms typically operate as prime contractors with established cold chain and bulk distribution capabilities, often leveraging GSA schedules or blanket purchase agreements to meet recurring federal demand. The Department of Defense, Department of Justice, and Department of Agriculture are the primary awarding agencies, reflecting demand from military feeding programs, federal prison systems, and nutrition assistance initiatives such as school meals and WIC supplemental food packages. These agencies prioritize vendors with validated HACCP plans, ISO certifications, and the ability to deliver in bulk under strict shelf-life and nutritional specifications. The competitive landscape is characterized by high regulatory barriers and low supplier turnover, favoring established players with proven compliance records. Opportunities exist for niche manufacturers specializing in allergen-free, high-protein, or culturally specific food formulations, particularly as agencies seek to modernize meal programs and improve nutritional outcomes across federal facilities.

Small Business Size Standard

The SBA threshold that decides who can bid NAICS 311999 work as a small business.

700 employees
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 311999, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards
CompanyTotal AwardsContracts
SYSCO SEATTLE, INC.$290.1M1,083
US FOODS INC$204.4M2,115
US FOODS INC$198.9M73
US Foods INC$174.8M1
LABATT INSTITUTIONAL SUPPLY CO$174.4M3,497
COASTAL PACIFIC FOOD DISTRIBUTORS, INC.$126.9M2,963
SYSCO RALEIGH, LLC$85.5M1
CHS INC.$82.0M9
US FOODS INC$71.4M3,707
REINHART FOODSERVICE, LLC$62.9M3,827

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 311999, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Moderate Competition

Median 3-5 bidders per reported award. · 75,935 reported awards

Median Bidders

3

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

16%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

31%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

75,935

16% of 461,643 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
311999This Code
All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing
Moderate Competition316%
75,93516% of 461,643
31199NAICS Industry
Moderate Competition323%
138,6273% of 4,294,959
3119Industry Group
Other Food Manufacturing
Moderate Competition324%
145,6583% of 4,741,397
311Subsector
Fewer Bidders236%
967,99711% of 8,488,622
31Sector
Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders240%
1,478,76516% of 9,263,130

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.

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NAICS 311999 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

NAICS code 311999 covers All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing food (except animal food; grain and oilseed milling; sugar and confectionery products; preserved fruits, vegetables, and specialties; dairy products; meat products; seafood products; bakeries and tortillas; snack foods; coffee and tea; flavoring syrups and concentrates; seasonings and dressings; and perishable prepared food). Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in mixing purchased dried and/or dehydrated ingredients including those mixing purchased dried and/or dehydrated ingredients for soup mixes and bouillon. Illustrative Examples: Baking powder manufacturing Cake frosting, prepared, manufacturing Dessert puddings manufacturing Sweetening syrups (except pure maple) manufacturing Egg substitutes manufacturing Gelatin dessert preparations manufacturing Honey processing Powdered drink mixes (except chocolate, coffee, tea, or milk based) manufacturing Popcorn (except popped) manufacturing Yeast manufacturing Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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