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NAICS Code· 315191

NAICS 315191: Outerwear Knitting Mills

NAICS 315191 - Outerwear Knitting Mills covers the manufacturing of knitted outerwear, focusing on the production of garments designed for protection and warmth. This industry involves the technical process of knitting fabrics into finished apparel or semi-finished components used in the creation of jackets, sweaters, and other protective outer layers.

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Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 315191.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 315191 - Outerwear Knitting Mills covers the manufacturing of knitted outerwear, focusing on the production of garments designed for protection and warmth. This industry involves the technical process of knitting fabrics into finished apparel or semi-finished components used in the creation of...

NAICS 315191 - Outerwear Knitting Mills covers the manufacturing of knitted outerwear, focusing on the production of garments designed for protection and warmth. This industry involves the technical process of knitting fabrics into finished apparel or semi-finished components used in the creation of jackets, sweaters, and other protective outer layers. Within the government contracting landscape, this sector provides essential textile solutions for personnel equipment and specialized clothing requirements. The competitive landscape is characterized by firms such as JWM Wholesale, Inc. and Ana Sourcing LLC, who serve as key providers of knitted outerwear products to the federal government. The Department of Defense is the primary agency driving demand in this sector, utilizing these procurement services to support military clothing and equipment programs.

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 315191, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Fewer Bidders

Median under 3 bidders per reported award. · 635 reported awards

Median Bidders

2

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

39%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

1%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

635

95% of 668 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
315191This Code
Outerwear Knitting Mills
Fewer Bidders239%
63595% of 668
31519NAICS Industry
Fewer Bidders236%
1,23687% of 1,418
3151Industry Group
Apparel Knitting Mills
Moderate Competition332%
2,41069% of 3,511
315Subsector
Fewer Bidders245%
158,07965% of 241,732
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 code 315191 stands for Outerwear Knitting Mills. It is a North American Industry Classification System code used by the federal government to classify business activity for procurement and contracting purposes.

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NAICS: 315191
Closed
Federal
Full-Assembly Military Coat ManufacturingThe contract requires full manufacturing of an all-weather men's military coat adhering strictly to MIL-DTL-32768A with Amendment 1 specifications, encompassing every stage of production from cutting and sewing to quilting and final inspection. A critical component is the integration of a removable insulated liner and the use of safety stitching to ensure durability and compliance with military standards under extreme conditions. The work must be performed by a small business as this is a Total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 315191, designated for apparel manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on July 28, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM, and the performance location is designated as ZIP code 57551. The contract is issued under DLA Troop Support, a division of the Department of Defense, and is structured as a subcontract opportunity.
DLA Troop Support

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3 months ago

CLOSED

2 months ago
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NAICS: 315191
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SLED
Welding-Specific Protective Apparel Supply
Florida Department of Transportation

POSTED

10 months ago

CLOSED

9 months ago
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NAICS: 315191
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SLED
Fire Helmet and Turnout Gear Supply
Pasadena Fire Department

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over 2 years ago

CLOSED

over 2 years ago
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NAICS: 315191
Federal
Cold Weather Glove
Solicitation # SPM1C1-12-R-0056
This contract concerns the procurement of Cold Weather Gloves (NSN 8415-01-457-1557), specifically made to standards comparable to Outdoor Research Part Numbers 72189 (glove) and 72190 (liner). The solicitation replaces a previous one and is issued unrestricted, with a base year plus three option years. Quantities include a minimum order of 1,234 pairs for the base year and 987 pairs for each option year, with corresponding annual order limits. A surge capability is required, necessitating fulfillment of up to approximately 21,000 pairs in the base year and nearly 20,000 pairs during option years, all within 30 days of government notification. The contract follows the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable source selection procedure, where offers must meet all technical requirements without exceptions, and the award is made to the lowest-priced acceptable offer. The production lead time is 90 days post-award, and all materials must be supplied by the contractor. The contract terms specify FOB Destination with inspection and acceptance at origin. The solicitation is posted electronically via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), requiring vendors to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to submit offers. Stringent compliance with sourcing restrictions like the Berry Amendment is mandated, ensuring that textiles and specialty metals are produced or materially processed in the U.S. or its territories unless legitimate exceptions apply. Interested contractors can request technical data through the DLA Troop Support Technical Data Repository. Contracting officers Stephanie A. Shafer and Denise Vogelei serve as points of contact for this acquisition.

POSTED

about 14 years ago

DEADLINE

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NAICS: 315191
Closed
Federal
Untitled Contract
Solicitation # W9124D12B0022
W6QM Micc-Ft Knox

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about 14 years ago

CLOSED

about 14 years ago
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NAICS: 315191
Closed
Federal
84--Provide beanie caps for US Army Accessions Commnad, Fort Knox, KY
Solicitation # W9124D-12-B-0008
W6QM Micc-Ft Knox

POSTED

over 14 years ago

CLOSED

about 14 years ago
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NAICS: 315191
Awarded
Federal
Glove Inserts, Radioactive Contaminants Protective
Solicitation # SPM1C1-09-R-0159
The solicitation for Glove Inserts designed to protect against radioactive contaminants, identified by number SPM1C1-09-R-0159, has had its closing date extended to March 31, 2010. This procurement is a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, targeting companies that fall under NAICS code 315191, which pertains to the manufacturing of glove inserts. Interested firms can request copies of the solicitation and any amendments by contacting Clifford Lawson, the Acquisition Specialist, via phone or email. The contract maintains confidentiality regarding the specific agency and location details but provides points of contact for further inquiries, including both the Acquisition Specialist, Clifford J. Lawson, and Contracting Officer, Marianne Campbell. The solicitation status is listed as presolicitation, indicating that procurement actions and evaluations are still underway. This opportunity is accessible through the official government contracting portal for interested small businesses.

POSTED

over 14 years ago

CLOSED

over 14 years ago
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NAICS: 315191
Closed
Federal
84--Muffler, Black
Solicitation # W911SD12T0054
W6QM Micc-West Point

POSTED

almost 15 years ago

CLOSED

almost 15 years ago
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NAICS: 315191
Awarded
Federal
Commercial Item: Brown fabric, 100% cotton used to manufacture T-shirts
Solicitation # CT2065-11
Solicitation CT2065-11 is a Request for Proposals issued by UNICOR, Federal Prison Industries, Inc., under the Department of Justice for the procurement of 100 percent cotton brown fabric intended for the manufacture of T-shirts. This requirement is designated as a one-year firm-fixed-price requirements type contract and is 100 percent set aside for small businesses with a size standard of 500 employees. The procurement falls under North American Industry Classification System code 315191 for Outerwear Knit Mills, with all materials to be delivered to a single location in Leavenworth, Kansas. The solicitation process requires offerors to provide pricing schedules and a business management questionnaire detailing recent and relevant contract references to demonstrate capability. The technical specifications for the resulting garments are guided by Commercial Item Description A-A-50013G, which outlines the material, testing, and packaging requirements for quarter-sleeve undershirts. Selected vendors are also required to complete ACH enrollment forms to facilitate electronic payments through the UNICOR electronic business system.
Inc Federal Prison Industries

POSTED

almost 15 years ago

CLOSED

almost 15 years ago
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NAICS: 315191
Awarded
Federal
Outerwear Knitting Mills - t-shirt fabric, black
Solicitation # CT2063-11
Inc Federal Prison Industries

POSTED

almost 15 years ago

CLOSED

almost 15 years ago
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NAICS: 315191
Awarded
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Emergency Response Team Safety Vests
Solicitation # TIRNE-11-Q-00063

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about 15 years ago

CLOSED

about 15 years ago
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NAICS: 315191
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