NAICS 332812: Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following: (1) enameling, lacquering, and varnishing metals and metal products; (2) hot dip galvanizing metals and metal products; (3) engraving, chasing, or etching metals and metal products (except jewelry; personal goods carried on or about the person, such as compacts and cigarette cases; precious metal products (except precious plated flatware and other plated ware); and printing plates); (4) powder coating metals and metal products; and (5) providing other metal surfacing services for the trade. Included in this industry are establishments that perform these processes on other materials, such as plastics, in addition to metals. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more
NAICS 332812 – Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers covers specialized industrial services that enhance the performance, durability, and aesthetics of metal components through processes such as electroplating, anodizing, powder coating, thermal spraying, chemical conversion coating, and precision engraving. These services are critical for corrosion resistance, wear reduction, electrical conductivity, and part identification in defense, aerospace, energy, and transportation systems.
Industry Spending Overview
Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 332812.
AI Industry Description
NAICS 332812 – Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers covers specialized industrial services that enhance the performance, durability, and aesthetics of metal components through processes such as electroplating, anodizing, powder coating, therm...
NAICS 332812 – Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers covers specialized industrial services that enhance the performance, durability, and aesthetics of metal components through processes such as electroplating, anodizing, powder coating, thermal spraying, chemical conversion coating, and precision engraving. These services are critical for corrosion resistance, wear reduction, electrical conductivity, and part identification in defense, aerospace, energy, and transportation systems. The sector supports manufacturers by providing value-added finishing solutions that meet stringent military and federal specifications, including MIL-STD and ASTM standards. While not directly manufacturing end products, firms in this NAICS enable mission-critical hardware to operate reliably under extreme environmental and mechanical stress, making them essential partners in the defense industrial base. No contractor data is available to identify top performers in this NAICS code. However, the competitive landscape typically includes small businesses with specialized certifications, such as HUBZone or SDVOSB status, alongside mid-sized industrial service providers with AS9100 or ISO 9001 accreditation. Large primes often subcontract these services due to their niche technical requirements and regulatory compliance needs. No agency data is available to identify primary buyers. However, demand is generally driven by the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, and NASA for applications in ordnance, aircraft components, satellite systems, and nuclear infrastructure, where surface treatment and part marking are essential for traceability and longevity. The market is characterized by high technical barriers to entry and strong reliance on regulatory compliance. Opportunities exist for contractors with certified processes, rapid turnaround capabilities, and experience in classified or controlled environments. Procurement tends to be project-based and tied to larger manufacturing contracts, favoring agile, responsive service providers with proven quality systems.
Small Business Size Standard
The SBA threshold that decides who can bid NAICS 332812 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 332812, ranked by dollars won.
| Company | Total Awards | Contracts |
|---|---|---|
| A & A CO INC | $4.6M | 5 |
| MARTIN AIJS, LLC | $1.6M | 4 |
| AUTOMATIC COATING LIMITED USA | $1.6M | 9 |
| PHYGEN, INC. | $700K | 1 |
| MID ATLANTIC MACHINERY INC | $438K | 1 |
| ALBRIGHT STEEL & WIRE CO | $249K | 1 |
| ADVANCED HEAT TREAT CORP | $200K | 1 |
| DESIGN AND PRODUCTION INCORPORATED | $165K | 1 |
| FSR CONSULTING LLC | $154K | 1 |
| SCHUSTER METALS LLC | $141K | 1 |
Top Agencies
Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 332812.
Competition
How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 332812, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.
Half or more of reported awards drew exactly one bidder, usually a sign of incumbent-held work rather than an open field. · 5,383 reported awards
Median Bidders
1
Per reported award, all-time
Single-Bid Awards
72%
Share of reported awards with one bidder
10+ Bidder Awards
1%
Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders
Reported Awards
5,383
88% of 6,089 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
332812This Code Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers | Usually Single-Bid | 1 | 72% | 5,38388% of 6,089 | |
33281NAICS Industry | Usually Single-Bid | 1 | 63% | 12,55888% of 14,321 | |
3328Industry Group Coating, Engraving, Heat Treating, and Allied Activities | Usually Single-Bid | 1 | 63% | 12,55888% of 14,321 | |
332Subsector | Moderate Competition | 3 | 25% | 4,386,65965% of 6,724,986 | |
33Sector Manufacturing | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 44% | 16,883,00469% of 24,369,785 |
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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