NAICS 326220: Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing rubber hose and/or plastics (reinforced) hose and belting from natural and synthetic rubber and/or plastics resins. Establishments manufacturing garden hoses from purchased hose are included in this industry. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more
NAICS 326220 – Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing encompasses the production of industrial-grade rubber and thermoplastic hoses, conveyance belting, and related fluid transfer systems used in demanding mechanical and hydraulic applications. These products are engineered for resistance to abrasion, extreme temperatures, pressure fluctuations, and chemical exposure, serving critical functions in military vehicles, mining equipment, agricultural machinery, and offshore systems.
Industry Spending Overview
Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 326220.
AI Industry Description
NAICS 326220 – Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing encompasses the production of industrial-grade rubber and thermoplastic hoses, conveyance belting, and related fluid transfer systems used in demanding mechanical and hydraulic applications. These products are engineered for resistan...
NAICS 326220 – Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing encompasses the production of industrial-grade rubber and thermoplastic hoses, conveyance belting, and related fluid transfer systems used in demanding mechanical and hydraulic applications. These products are engineered for resistance to abrasion, extreme temperatures, pressure fluctuations, and chemical exposure, serving critical functions in military vehicles, mining equipment, agricultural machinery, and offshore systems. In government contracting, this sector supports logistics, maintenance, and operational readiness through the supply of mission-critical fluid handling components that meet MIL-SPEC, SAE, and ASTM standards. The industry bridges advanced polymer science with precision manufacturing, requiring rigorous quality control and certification processes to ensure performance under austere conditions. Top contractors in this space include Alaska Rubber Group, Inc., BHPE LLC, Oneida Business Enterprises, Inc., Starwin Industries, LLC, Gator Pump Inc., and Alloy Sling Chains, LLC. These firms range from specialized small businesses with niche certifications to mid-tier manufacturers with robust engineering capabilities. Many hold HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB designations, reflecting a competitive landscape where technical expertise and compliance with federal sourcing regulations are key differentiators. The Department of Defense and the Department of the Interior are the primary procuring agencies, driven by needs in vehicle maintenance, fuel and hydraulic systems, mining and land management operations, and expeditionary infrastructure. Demand stems from fleet modernization, equipment sustainment, and remote operations requiring durable, field-replaceable components. The market is characterized by high technical barriers to entry and a strong preference for certified, repeat suppliers with proven track records in military and federal environments. Opportunities exist for manufacturers with ISO 9001 certification, reverse engineering capabilities, and experience in rapid prototyping of custom hose assemblies. Long-term contracts often favor firms capable of supporting just-in-time delivery and lifecycle maintenance, particularly in austere or expeditionary settings.
Small Business Size Standard
The SBA threshold that decides who can bid NAICS 326220 work as a small business.
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 326220, ranked by dollars won.
| Company | Total Awards | Contracts |
|---|---|---|
| GLOBAL LOGISTICS STRATEGIES INC. | $9.7M | 6 |
| MCGILL HOSE & COUPLING, INC. | $8.0M | 6 |
| MOTION AND FLOW CONTROL PRODUCTS, INC. | $4.5M | 5 |
| KAMPI COMPONENTS CO INC | $3.0M | 165 |
| OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC | $2.4M | 110 |
| RUTA SUPPLIES INC | $1.8M | 60 |
| ITL LLC | $1.8M | 15 |
| SAFRAN ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CANADA INC | $1.6M | 155 |
| SPIRATEX CO, THE | $1.6M | 1 |
| ECHELON SUPPLY AND SERVICE, INC. | $1.2M | 54 |
Top Agencies
Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 326220.
Competition
How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 326220, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.
Median under 3 bidders per reported award. · 61,284 reported awards
Median Bidders
2
Per reported award, all-time
Single-Bid Awards
34%
Share of reported awards with one bidder
10+ Bidder Awards
4%
Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders
Reported Awards
61,284
96% of 63,602 total awards
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 Family | Competition | Median Bidders | Single-Bid | Bidder Mix | Reported Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
326220This Code Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 34% | 61,28496% of 63,602 | |
32622NAICS Industry | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 34% | 61,28496% of 63,602 | |
3262Industry Group Rubber Product Manufacturing | Moderate Competition | 4 | 18% | 244,51077% of 316,631 | |
326Subsector | Moderate Competition | 3 | 30% | 437,16963% of 694,836 | |
32Sector Manufacturing | Moderate Competition | 3 | 31% | 3,145,73729% of 10,805,773 |
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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