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NAICS Code· 332722

NAICS 332722: Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing metal bolts, nuts, screws, rivets, washers, and other industrial fasteners using machines, such as headers, threaders, and nut forming machines. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 332722 – Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing covers the production of precision fasteners and hardware components critical to military, aerospace, and industrial applications. This sector manufactures standardized and custom-engineered fastening systems, including high-strength alloy bolts, locking nuts, structural rivets, and corrosion-resistant washers, often meeting stringent military specifications such as MIL-S-8835, NAS, AN, and SAE standards.

4.0K
Active Contracts
$481.3M
Total Obligations (12mo)
85.6K
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
1.6K
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
3
Median Bidders per Award
+21.5%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 332722.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 332722 – Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing covers the production of precision fasteners and hardware components critical to military, aerospace, and industrial applications. This sector manufactures standardized and custom-engineered fastening systems, including high-strength a...

NAICS 332722 – Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing covers the production of precision fasteners and hardware components critical to military, aerospace, and industrial applications. This sector manufactures standardized and custom-engineered fastening systems, including high-strength alloy bolts, locking nuts, structural rivets, and corrosion-resistant washers, often meeting stringent military specifications such as MIL-S-8835, NAS, AN, and SAE standards. These components are essential in the assembly of aircraft, armored vehicles, naval systems, and munitions, where reliability under extreme stress, vibration, and environmental conditions is non-negotiable. In government contracting, this NAICS supports supply chain resilience and defense industrial base sustainment, with demand driven by maintenance, repair, overhaul, and new platform production programs. Top contractors in this space include KI MACHINE TOOLS & PRODUCTIONS INC and EVERSTONE INDUSTRIES LLC, both specialized manufacturers with deep expertise in high-tolerance fastener production, alongside ALLOY SLING CHAINS, LLC, which provides load-bearing hardware for heavy equipment. Merrill Corporation and Caladwich Consulting LLC offer procurement and logistics support, while Aviation International Solutions, LLC bridges technical sourcing with defense supply chain compliance. The competitive landscape is dominated by small businesses and niche OEMs with AS9100 and ITAR certifications, competing on material integrity, traceability, and rapid response to military specifications. The Department of Defense is the dominant buyer, with procurement concentrated in the Army, Navy, and Air Force logistics and sustainment commands. Demand stems from fleet modernization, overseas contingency operations, and the repair of legacy platforms requiring certified replacement fasteners. Procurement often occurs through blanket purchase agreements and defense logistics agency contracts. The market is characterized by high barriers to entry due to material certification requirements and stringent quality control protocols, creating stable, long-term contracting relationships. Opportunities exist for certified small businesses capable of meeting military-grade tolerances and providing just-in-time delivery to forward-deployed maintenance depots.

Small Business Size Standard

The SBA threshold that decides who can bid NAICS 332722 work as a small business.

600 employees
Applies to the whole industry code

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 332722, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 332722.

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 332722, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Moderate Competition

Median 3-5 bidders per reported award. · 693,888 reported awards

Median Bidders

3

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

22%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

10%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

693,888

65% of 1,060,405 total awards

Bidder Count Distribution by Fiscal Year

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 FamilyCompetitionMedian BiddersSingle-BidBidder MixReported Awards
332722This Code
Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing
Moderate Competition322%
693,88865% of 1,060,405
33272NAICS Industry
Moderate Competition322%
713,30166% of 1,087,951
3327Industry Group
Machine Shops; Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing
Moderate Competition517%
1,035,09269% of 1,494,485
332Subsector
Moderate Competition326%
4,433,43065% of 6,793,100
33Sector
Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders244%
17,009,36869% of 24,571,787

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 332722 FAQ

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NAICS code 332722 covers Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing metal bolts, nuts, screws, rivets, washers, and other industrial fasteners using machines, such as headers, threaders, and nut forming machines. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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NAICS: 332722
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DIBBS
NUT, SELF-LOCKING, HEXAGON
Solicitation # SPE4A6-27-R-X086
Solicitation SPE4A6-27-R-X086 is a total small business set-aside issued by the DLA Weapons Support ASC Commodities Division for the procurement of 8,102 self-locking hexagon nuts (NSN 5310-01-050-1104). The government intends to award an Indefinite Delivery Purchase Order (IDPO) with a base period of five years. Delivery is required within 154 days after receipt of order, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. Award will be based on best value, utilizing a trade-off between price and non-price factors, with past performance and SPRS assessments weighted more heavily than the quoted delivery schedule. The contract imposes strict quality and security requirements, including compliance with the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements and CMMC Level 2 certification for handling Controlled Unclassified Information. Packaging must adhere to ASTM D3951 and RP001, while marking and labeling must follow MIL-STD-129. Because the technical data package is proprietary or insufficient for competitive procurement, the government emphasizes the importance of historical quality and delivery compliance. Invoicing and payment must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. Additionally, the item is subject to export controls under ITAR or EAR, requiring authorized access and specific certifications for the disclosure of technical data.
DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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