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NAICS Code· 325412

NAICS 325412: Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing in-vivo diagnostic substances and pharmaceutical preparations (except biological) intended for internal and external consumption in dose forms, such as ampoules, tablets, capsules, vials, ointments, powders, solutions, and suspensions. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 325412 – Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing encompasses the formulation, production, and packaging of finished pharmaceutical products, including sterile injectables, oral solids, topical creams, and other dosage forms intended for human or veterinary use. This sector involves complex manufacturing processes governed by cGMP standards, requiring validated equipment, rigorous quality control, and strict environmental controls to ensure product safety and efficacy.

198
Active Contracts
$15.3B
Total Obligations (12mo)
13.1K
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
342
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
1
Median Bidders per Award
-28.2%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 325412.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 325412 – Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing encompasses the formulation, production, and packaging of finished pharmaceutical products, including sterile injectables, oral solids, topical creams, and other dosage forms intended for human or veterinary use. This sector involves complex ma...

NAICS 325412 – Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing encompasses the formulation, production, and packaging of finished pharmaceutical products, including sterile injectables, oral solids, topical creams, and other dosage forms intended for human or veterinary use. This sector involves complex manufacturing processes governed by cGMP standards, requiring validated equipment, rigorous quality control, and strict environmental controls to ensure product safety and efficacy. In government contracting, this NAICS supports critical public health and military readiness initiatives, with agencies procuring medications for clinical use, emergency stockpiles, and deployed medical units. The industry bridges advanced chemistry, regulatory compliance, and supply chain resilience, making it a high-stakes segment within federal healthcare and defense procurement. Top contractors in this sector include ALTITUDE TECHNOLOGIES INC., MARATHON MEDICAL CORPORATION, NANOSONICS INC, LINDE GAS & EQUIPMENT INC., and BHPE LLC, representing a mix of specialized pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device integrators, and gas supply providers supporting sterile production environments. These firms range from mid-sized primes to niche technical service providers, indicating a competitive landscape where regulatory expertise and cold-chain logistics capabilities are as critical as manufacturing scale. The Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Department of Defense are the primary buyers, driving demand through hospital formularies, VA pharmacy networks, and military medical readiness programs. Procurement focuses on FDA-approved therapeutics, pandemic preparedness stockpiles, and battlefield medical supplies requiring extended shelf life and transport stability. The market is characterized by high barriers to entry due to FDA oversight and cGMP compliance, but offers consistent demand from mission-critical agencies. Opportunities exist for contractors with validated manufacturing facilities, sterile compounding capabilities, and experience in federal supply chain protocols. Recent trends show increased emphasis on domestic sourcing and resilient production networks to reduce reliance on foreign active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 325412, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 325412.

Department Of Veterans Affairs1,162 awards$11.1B
Department Of Health And Human Services109 awards$3.4B
Nac Federal Supply Schedule (36F797)12 awards$911.1M
DLA Troop Support17 awards$308.3M
Department Of Justice1,735 awards$158.6M
Department Of Defense9,705 awards$56.1M
262-NETWORK Contract Office 22 (36C262)14 awards$25.6M
244-NETWORK Contract Office 4 (36C244)12 awards$20.6M
Nac Pharmaceuticals (36E797)2 awards$20.4M
Network Contract Office 23 (36C263)5 awards$10.8M

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 325412, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Usually Single-Bid

Half or more of reported awards drew exactly one bidder, usually a sign of incumbent-held work rather than an open field. · 213,378 reported awards

Median Bidders

1

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

62%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

3%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

61% of 348,121 total awards

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
325412This Code
Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
Usually Single-Bid162%
213,37861% of 348,121
32541NAICS Industry
Moderate Competition434%
767,21730% of 2,563,327
3254Industry Group
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
Moderate Competition434%
767,21730% of 2,563,327
325Subsector
Moderate Competition336%
1,583,63836% of 4,450,321
32Sector
Manufacturing
Moderate Competition331%
3,142,44429% of 10,788,433

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 325412 covers Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing in-vivo diagnostic substances and pharmaceutical preparations (except biological) intended for internal and external consumption in dose forms, such as ampoules, tablets, capsules, vials, ointments, powders, solutions, and suspensions. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

Recently Posted in Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing

NAICS: 325412
Awarded
DIBBS
AMOXICILLIN TABLETS
Solicitation # SPE2DP-26-T-4411
Amoxicillin Tablets USP 250 mg in blister packs of three tablets per unit, identified by NDC 00093-2268-01, are procured under solicitation SPE2DP-26-T-4411 with a required delivery of five days FOB destination. The contract specifies a total quantity of two blister trays (BT), each containing three units, for a total of six units, with zero variance allowed in quantity. The product must comply with strict packaging and marking standards per Medical Marking Standard No. 1, superseding MIL-STD-129, and must be packed in sealed unit containers that protect against damage, with shipping containers suitable for commercial carrier transport at the lowest rate. Shelf life is fixed at 24 months with no extensions permitted, in accordance with Type I (Code M) requirements. The item must be labeled and marked exactly as specified, and all packaging must conform to MIL-STD-2073-1E. The supplier must be either TEVA Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. or Cardinal Health 200, LLC, and the product must meet all technical and quality standards referenced in the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, and delivery is to Fort Lewis, WA, with the contracting office located under the Department of Defense’s Medical Supply Chain. The solicitation was posted on August 2, 2026, with responses due by August 10, 2026, and the NAICS code is 325412 for pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing.
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