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NAICS Code· 326112

NAICS 326112: Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in converting plastics resins into plastics packaging (flexible) film and packaging sheet. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 326112 – Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing covers the production of flexible and rigid plastic films and sheets used primarily for packaging applications, including multi-layer laminated structures designed for barrier protection, UV resistance, and tamper evidence. This sector produces materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene, polyester, and co-extruded films used in military rations, medical device sterilization wraps, chemical containment, and logistics packaging for sensitive government supplies.

10
Active Contracts
$34.8M
Total Obligations (12mo)
945
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
32
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
3
Median Bidders per Award
+615.1%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 326112.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 326112 – Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing covers the production of flexible and rigid plastic films and sheets used primarily for packaging applications, including multi-layer laminated structures designed for barrier protection, UV resistance, and tamper e...

NAICS 326112 – Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing covers the production of flexible and rigid plastic films and sheets used primarily for packaging applications, including multi-layer laminated structures designed for barrier protection, UV resistance, and tamper evidence. This sector produces materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene, polyester, and co-extruded films used in military rations, medical device sterilization wraps, chemical containment, and logistics packaging for sensitive government supplies. These materials are critical for maintaining product integrity in austere environments and are often engineered to meet MIL-SPEC or ASTM standards for durability, sealability, and environmental resilience. In government contracting, this NAICS supports logistics, defense, healthcare, and emergency response supply chains where reliable, lightweight, and protective packaging is essential. No contractor data is available to identify leading primes or small businesses in this sector, indicating either low procurement volume or high fragmentation among niche manufacturers. The competitive landscape likely includes specialized polymer processors, family-owned film extruders, and ISO-certified converters with expertise in laminated structures and cleanroom manufacturing. No agency data is available to identify primary buyers, though demand is presumed to originate from the Department of Defense for field rations and munitions packaging, the Department of Health and Human Services for pharmaceutical and vaccine distribution, and the General Services Administration for federal supply chain logistics. The market is characterized by low visibility in public procurement data, suggesting opportunities for qualified manufacturers with certified production capabilities and experience in government-compliant material specifications. Contractors with expertise in food-grade, sterile, or military-spec films may find entry points through indirect supply chains or subcontracting to larger logistics integrators.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 326112, ranked by dollars won.

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 326112.

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 326112, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Moderate Competition

Median 3-5 bidders per reported award. · 7,737 reported awards

Median Bidders

3

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

25%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

5%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

81% of 9,524 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
326112This Code
Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing
Moderate Competition325%
7,73781% of 9,524
32611NAICS Industry
Usually Single-Bid151%
37,84142% of 90,803
3261Industry Group
Plastics Product Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders246%
190,99351% of 375,231
326Subsector
Moderate Competition330%
435,49263% of 691,777
32Sector
Manufacturing
Moderate Competition331%
3,142,44329% of 10,788,432

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: 326112
Awarded
DIBBS
PLASTIC SHEET
Solicitation # SPE8E5-26-T-3830
The contract pertains to the procurement of 27 units of plastic sheet identified by NSN 9330-01-496-1954, with delivery required 167 days after award to the DLA Distribution facility in New Cumberland, PA. The solicitation number is SPE8E5-26-T-3830, issued on August 5, 2026, with responses due by August 17, 2026, through the DIBBS portal. The item is subject to export control under ITAR or EAR, requiring prior authorization for any disclosure or transfer of technical data to foreign persons, whether located domestically or abroad, and compliance with DFARS 252.225-7048. Access to this controlled data is restricted to contractors approved by DLA, possessing valid US/Canada Joint Certification Program status, and having completed mandatory training and questionnaire requirements. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E and DLA-specific requirements, using clean and dry preservation methods, rigid reusable outer containers, and corrugated fiberboard inner packaging, with all labels adhering to MIL-STD-129, including GS1-128 barcodes. The plastic sheet is not classified as hazardous, though general hazardous materials handling requirements under 29 CFR 1910.1200 remain applicable. The contract mandates adherence to cybersecurity standards per DFARS 252.204-7012, requiring safeguarding of covered defense information and cyber incident reporting under NIST SP 800-171, and the contractor must be CMMC Level 2 certified as a C3PAO. Additional clauses obligate compliance with employment verification, trafficking in persons prohibitions, sustainable product preferences, and whistleblower protections. Payment must be processed through WAWF, and the contractor must hold a valid UEI and CAGE code, particularly if supplying telecommunications equipment. The delivery is FOB Origin, with no pricing data provided in the solicitation, leaving the contract value undetermined. Special requirements include strict notification protocols for any radioactive materials, submission of Safety Data Sheets prior to award, and government unlimited rights to use hazardous material data for safety and operational purposes. All subcontractors are bound by the same data control, export, safety, and cybersecurity obligations. No evaluation factors, weights, or award methodology (LPTA or trade-off) are specified
Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

2 days ago

DEADLINE

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NAICS: 326112
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DIBBS
PACK LINER, MAIN
Solicitation # SPE1C1-26-R-0079
Solicitation SPE1C1-26-R-0079 is a firm-fixed price, indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support for the manufacture and delivery of Pack Liner, Main, NSN 8465-01-613-1251. The procurement is divided into two lots: Lot 0001, which is a Small Business Set-Aside, and Lot 0002, which is unrestricted but offers a 10 percent HUBZone price evaluation preference. Each lot carries a guaranteed minimum of 27,500 units, an annual estimated quantity of 110,000 units, and a maximum ceiling of 410,000 units. The contract features a three-year ordering period with a total production lead time of 205 days from award, encompassing 45 days for first article test samples and 120 days for initial delivery. Award will be determined via a best value tradeoff process rather than lowest price technically acceptable. Evaluation is contingent upon a mandatory pass/fail gate for hydrostatic testing reports, followed by the assessment of product demonstration models, visual requirements, and dimensional requirements. All manufacturing must comply with specification GL/PD 13-02 and its 2014 interim change letter. Contractors are required to submit first article test reports and certification that production will utilize the same processes and facilities used for the test samples. Invoicing and receiving reports must be processed through the Wide Area Workflow system. Proposals are due by October 8, 2026, via the DLA DIBBS portal, and require active SAM registration and a valid CAGE code.
Defense Logistics Agency

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NAICS: 326112
Awarded
DIBBS
MYLAR FILM INSERT
Solicitation # SPE7M4-26-T-267P
The contract solicitation SPE7M4-26-T-267P is for the procurement of Mylar Film Insert, identified as a commercial item and critical application product, with NSN 4940-01-526-3024 and part numbers 16065 and 7000120485 from 3M Company. The contract specifies a quantity of 16.04 boxes, each containing 100 units, delivered FOB origin with a delivery period of 215 days after the order date, and an original required delivery date of October 14, 2026, with a need ship date of February 28, 2027. The item is subject to stringent quality and technical requirements governed by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which supersedes all other referenced standards. Sampling must follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331, Table 1, or an equivalent zero-based plan, with critical, major, and minor attributes assigned AQLs of 0.1, 1.0, and 4.0 respectively, while unspecified attributes are treated as major and acceptance requires zero non-conformances unless otherwise stated. Packaging must comply with ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, including proper marking, labelling, and barcoding for automated logistics systems, with palletization adhering to DLA RP001 guidelines. Delivery is to DLA Distribution San Diego, where inspection and acceptance occur, and all items must be shipped using the WAWF system for invoicing and receiving reports. The contract incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses relating to equal opportunity, human trafficking prevention, employment eligibility, sustainable procurement, hazardous material identification, cybersecurity, safeguarding of covered defense information, NIST SP 800-171 compliance, export controls, and prohibition of certain Chinese telecommunications equipment. The solicitation is for an LPTA award, requiring offerors to submit their UEI and CAGE code through SAM, and to certify their small business status if applicable, alongside compliance with whistleblower rights, cybersecurity controls, and restrictions on former DoD officials’ compensation. All submissions must be made electronically via the DIBBS portal by July 27, 2026, and the point of contact for inquiries is Rory O’Reilly of the DLA Fluid
Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

10 days ago

DEADLINE

N/A
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NAICS: 326112
Awarded
DIBBS
PLASTIC SHEET
Solicitation # SPE8E5-26-T-3821
The contract solicitation SPE8E5-26-T-3821 solicits three units of plastic sheeting identified by NSN 9330-01-550-5779 for delivery to the DLA Distribution facility in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a delivery requirement of 167 days after receipt of order, targeting a need ship date of February 1, 2027. Delivery terms are FOB Origin, meaning title transfers at the contractor's location, and the item must be shipped to the specified destination where government inspection and acceptance will occur. Packaging and marking must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129, with unit containers coded as 10 and packaging code U; preservation requires only cleaning and drying with no preservatives or cushioning. Barcoding and hazardous material labeling in accordance with OSHA and MIL-STD-129 are mandatory, and mercury or mercury-containing compounds are strictly prohibited except in explicitly permitted applications such as batteries, fluorescent lamps, sensors, or weapon systems, which must include a secondary containment system per NAVSEA 5100-003D. All hazardous materials require pre-award submission of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and proper labeling under the Hazard Communication Standard, with additional compliance required for export-controlled items and restrictions on acquisition from Communist Chinese military companies. The contract includes a comprehensive suite of FAR and DFARS clauses governing compliance, reporting, and operational standards. Key clauses include 252.223-7001 for hazard warning labels, 252.247-7023 mandating use of U.S.-flag vessels for ocean transport unless waived, and 252.240-7997 and 252.204-7015 requiring adherence to NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity standards for safeguarding covered defense information. Contractors must also comply with employment eligibility verification, combating human trafficking, sustainable product usage, and affirmative action obligations for workers with disabilities. Invoicing and payment must be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system using designated document types, and the contract includes provisions for accelerated payments to small business subcontractors and unenforceability of unauthorized obligations. Offerors must submit through DIBBS by August 17, 2026, and must provide a Unique Entity
Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

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DEADLINE

N/A
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