NAICS 331210: Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing welded, riveted, or seamless pipe and tube from purchased iron or steel. Cross-References.Show more
NAICS 331210 – Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel encompasses the production of seamless and welded steel pipes and tubes from purchased steel billets, coils, or plates, primarily for industrial, energy, and infrastructure applications. This sector focuses on cold-drawn, hot-finished, and pressure-rated pipe and tube products used in oil and gas transmission, nuclear facility cooling systems, power plant piping, and hazardous material conveyance.
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Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 331210.
AI Industry Description
NAICS 331210 – Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel encompasses the production of seamless and welded steel pipes and tubes from purchased steel billets, coils, or plates, primarily for industrial, energy, and infrastructure applications. This sector focuses on cold-drawn,...
NAICS 331210 – Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel encompasses the production of seamless and welded steel pipes and tubes from purchased steel billets, coils, or plates, primarily for industrial, energy, and infrastructure applications. This sector focuses on cold-drawn, hot-finished, and pressure-rated pipe and tube products used in oil and gas transmission, nuclear facility cooling systems, power plant piping, and hazardous material conveyance. Manufacturers in this space must comply with stringent ASME, ASTM, and API standards, and often require ASME U and U2 stamps for pressure vessel applications. In government contracting, this NAICS supports critical energy and defense infrastructure projects requiring high-integrity, corrosion-resistant, and thermally stable piping systems, positioning it as a specialized but essential component of federal supply chains. The leading contractor in this sector is MAYOINTHEMIX LLC, a small business specializing in precision-manufactured steel pipe assemblies tailored for federal energy and industrial clients. The competitive landscape is concentrated among niche manufacturers with certified metallurgical capabilities and quality control systems compliant with federal procurement standards, with limited participation from large primes due to the specialized nature of the production process. The Department of Energy is the primary federal buyer, driving demand through nuclear energy modernization, legacy facility upgrades, and advanced reactor development programs. Procurement is tied to projects requiring high-purity, low-alloy, or alloyed steel piping systems that meet rigorous safety and longevity requirements under extreme thermal and pressure conditions. The market is characterized by low contractor density and high barriers to entry due to certification, equipment, and material sourcing requirements. Opportunities exist for small businesses with ASME-certified facilities and experience in government-compliant fabrication. Demand is steady and project-driven, with recurring needs for replacement components and system expansions in aging federal energy infrastructure.
Top Contractors
Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 331210, ranked by dollars won.
| Company | Total Awards | Contracts |
|---|---|---|
| CENTROID, INC. | $3.0M | 3 |
| RUDY III, ERNEST | $1.8M | 100 |
| BB&G ENTERPRISES INC | $1.8M | 121 |
| AVIATOR SYSTEMS INC. | $1.3M | 14 |
| JBL SYSTEM SOLUTIONS LLC | $718K | 4 |
| INSULATION SOURCES INC | $706K | 8 |
| SARCO INC | $575K | 3 |
| MARMETAL INDUSTRIES, LLC | $532K | 12 |
| ARGO TURBOSERVE CORPORATION | $452K | 7 |
| CENTRAL POWER SYSTEMS & SERVICES, LLC | $428K | 3 |
Top Agencies
Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 331210.
Competition
How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 331210, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.
Median under 3 bidders per reported award. · 29,955 reported awards
Median Bidders
2
Per reported award, all-time
Single-Bid Awards
27%
Share of reported awards with one bidder
10+ Bidder Awards
5%
Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders
Reported Awards
96% of 31,319 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 Family | Competition | Median Bidders | Single-Bid | Bidder Mix | Reported Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
331210This Code Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 27% | 29,95596% of 31,319 | |
33121NAICS Industry | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 27% | 29,95596% of 31,319 | |
3312Industry Group Steel Product Manufacturing from Purchased Steel | Moderate Competition | 3 | 28% | 79,19188% of 90,036 | |
331Subsector | Moderate Competition | 3 | 25% | 208,25283% of 250,798 | |
33Sector Manufacturing | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 44% | 16,852,66969% of 24,321,569 |
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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