NAICS 332919: Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing metal valves (except industrial valves, fluid power valves, fluid power hose fittings, and plumbing fixture fittings and trim). Illustrative Examples: Aerosol valves manufacturing Firefighting nozzles manufacturing Lawn hose nozzles manufacturing Lawn sprinklers manufacturing Water traps manufacturing Metal hose couplings (except fluid power) manufacturing Metal pipe flanges and flange unions manufacturing Plumbing and heating inline valves (e.g., check, cutoff, stop) manufacturing Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more
NAICS 332919 – Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing covers the production of specialized metal valves, fittings, and associated components not classified elsewhere, including flanges, couplings, unions, nipples, and custom-engineered pressure-rated fittings made from carbon steel, stainless steel, brass, and other alloys. These products are critical to fluid control systems in defense, energy, and infrastructure applications, where precision, corrosion resistance, and high-pressure integrity are paramount.
Industry Spending Overview
Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 332919.
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NAICS 332919 – Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing covers the production of specialized metal valves, fittings, and associated components not classified elsewhere, including flanges, couplings, unions, nipples, and custom-engineered pressure-rated fittings made from carbon steel, stainl...
NAICS 332919 – Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing covers the production of specialized metal valves, fittings, and associated components not classified elsewhere, including flanges, couplings, unions, nipples, and custom-engineered pressure-rated fittings made from carbon steel, stainless steel, brass, and other alloys. These products are critical to fluid control systems in defense, energy, and infrastructure applications, where precision, corrosion resistance, and high-pressure integrity are paramount. In government contracting, this NAICS supports mission-critical systems such as naval propulsion, fuel distribution networks, chemical processing units, and emergency response equipment, often requiring ASME, ANSI, or MIL-SPEC compliance. The sector bridges heavy industrial manufacturing with defense-grade reliability standards, serving as an essential upstream component in complex supply chains for military and homeland security platforms. Top contractors in this space include EVERSTONE INDUSTRIES LLC and TURQUOISE AMERICA, LLC, both small businesses with niche expertise in forged and machined fittings for high-integrity applications, alongside LINDE GAS & EQUIPMENT INC. and KI MACHINE TOOLS & PRODUCTIONS INC., which bring advanced CNC manufacturing and certification capabilities. The competitive landscape is dominated by specialized manufacturers with AS9100 or ISO 9001 accreditation, emphasizing quality control and traceability over mass production. Primary buyers include the Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security, which procure these components for naval vessels, fuel handling systems, hazmat response units, and secure facility utilities. Citgo Petroleum, while not a federal agency, reflects cross-sector demand for pipeline and refinery-grade fittings that often interface with government logistics networks. The market is characterized by low supplier density and high barriers to entry due to stringent material and testing requirements, creating opportunity for certified small businesses with precision machining capabilities and defense supply chain experience. Procurement trends favor domestic sourcing and qualified vendor lists, with recurring contracts for replacement and maintenance parts driving long-term vendor relationships.
Top Contractors
Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 332919, ranked by dollars won.
| Company | Total Awards | Contracts |
|---|---|---|
| SARGENT AEROSPACE & DEFENSE, LLC | $10.9M | 23 |
| BELL BOEING JOINT PROJECT OFFICE | $7.1M | 136 |
| FLUIDYNE CORPORATION | $5.1M | 47 |
| TRIPLE, INC | $5.0M | 27 |
| RUTA SUPPLIES INC | $4.9M | 12 |
| TREADWELL CORPORATION (DELAWARE) | $4.7M | 17 |
| MAROTTA CONTROLS INC | $4.2M | 29 |
| AEROCONTROLEX GROUP, INC. | $4.2M | 3 |
| GRISWOLD INDUSTRIES | $4.1M | 138 |
| JA MOODY LLC | $3.8M | 43 |
Top Agencies
Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 332919.
Competition
How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 332919, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.
Median under 3 bidders per reported award. · 86,427 reported awards
Median Bidders
2
Per reported award, all-time
Single-Bid Awards
43%
Share of reported awards with one bidder
10+ Bidder Awards
4%
Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders
Reported Awards
86% of 99,942 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
332919This Code Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 43% | 86,42786% of 99,942 | |
33291NAICS Industry | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 36% | 342,08892% of 373,631 | |
3329Industry Group Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing | Fewer Bidders | 2 | 35% | 1,081,58781% of 1,337,605 | |
332Subsector | Moderate Competition | 3 | 25% | 4,371,21165% of 6,705,961 | |
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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