NAICS 322220: Paper Bag and Coated and Treated Paper Manufacturing

NAICS 322220 – Paper Bag and Coated and Treated Paper Manufacturing covers the production of paper bags, as well as paper products that have been chemically or mechanically modified to enhance durability, moisture resistance, printability, or barrier properties. This includes coated wrapping papers, laminated papers, waxed or polyethylene-coated paper for food service, and reinforced paper packaging used in logistics and institutional settings. Within the federal contracting landscape, this NAICS supports mission-critical packaging needs for secure document handling, sterile medical supplies, food distribution, and evidence storage, particularly where tamper-evident or environmentally controlled containment is required. The sector bridges industrial manufacturing with regulated federal supply chains, often requiring compliance with federal specifications such as ASTM or MIL-STD standards for material integrity and performance. The primary contractor in this space is VISIONCORPS, a small business known for delivering specialized paper-based packaging solutions tailored to federal security and logistics requirements. Its presence suggests a competitive environment where niche manufacturers with expertise in coated paper technologies and government compliance hold significant traction over larger, generalist suppliers. The Department of Justice is the leading agency awarding contracts under this code, primarily to support secure evidence packaging, forensic documentation handling, and controlled distribution of sensitive materials across federal, state, and local law enforcement networks. Demand is driven by procedural compliance, chain-of-custody protocols, and the need for non-reactive, non-conductive packaging materials in forensic and intelligence operations. The market is characterized by low supplier density and high specification barriers, creating opportunities for small businesses with certified manufacturing capabilities in coated and treated paper substrates. Contractors with expertise in regulatory adherence, sustainable materials, and secure packaging design are well-positioned to compete, particularly as agencies increasingly prioritize supply chain resilience and environmental compliance in procurement decisions.