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NAICS Code· 332994

NAICS 332994: Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing small arms, other ordnance, and/or ordnance accessories. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 332994 – Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing encompasses the production of military-grade firearms, ammunition components, explosive ordnance, and associated accessories such as weapon mounts, sighting systems, ammunition belts, and specialized carrying or loading equipment. This sector supports critical defense and law enforcement capabilities through precision manufacturing of components that meet stringent military specifications, including MIL-STD and NATO standards.

363
Active Contracts
$1.7B
Total Obligations (12mo)
11.8K
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
834
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
2
Median Bidders per Award
-21.9%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 332994.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 332994 – Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing encompasses the production of military-grade firearms, ammunition components, explosive ordnance, and associated accessories such as weapon mounts, sighting systems, ammunition belts, and specialized carrying or loading equi...

NAICS 332994 – Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing encompasses the production of military-grade firearms, ammunition components, explosive ordnance, and associated accessories such as weapon mounts, sighting systems, ammunition belts, and specialized carrying or loading equipment. This sector supports critical defense and law enforcement capabilities through precision manufacturing of components that meet stringent military specifications, including MIL-STD and NATO standards. Products in this category are integral to infantry modernization programs, special operations forces, and training systems, and are often subject to strict export controls under ITAR. The industry bridges advanced metallurgy, precision machining, and ballistic engineering, serving as a vital link in the defense industrial base. Top contractors in this space include VisionCorps, Starwin Industries, LLC, Caladwich Consulting LLC, Logistico LLC, KI Machine Tools & Productions Inc, Alloy Sling Chains, LLC, Everstone Industries LLC, and Marathon Medical Corporation, with Peak Solutions Corp also active. The competitive landscape features a mix of small businesses specializing in niche ordnance components and mid-sized manufacturers with ITAR compliance and DOD supply chain certifications. Many firms operate as tier-two or tier-three suppliers, providing specialized machining, fabrication, or assembly services to prime defense contractors. The Department of Defense is the dominant buyer, funding programs related to small arms modernization, troop equipping, and overseas security assistance. The Department of State supports foreign military sales and security cooperation initiatives, while the Department of the Interior procures ordnance for law enforcement and wildfire response units. Demand is driven by sustained operational needs, inventory replenishment, and the lifecycle upgrade of legacy weapon systems. The market is characterized by high barriers to entry due to regulatory compliance, quality certification requirements, and supply chain security protocols. Opportunities exist for specialized manufacturers with expertise in precision machining, polymer composites, and explosive handling, particularly those positioned to support rapid prototyping and low-volume, high-precision production runs.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 332994, ranked by dollars won.

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 332994.

Department Of Defense10,906 awards$1.2B
DLA Land And Maritime289 awards$221.1M
Department Of Homeland Security152 awards$146.7M
Department Of Defense (dod)155 awards$65.7M
Department Of Justice167 awards$13.1M
Department Of State15 awards$12.1M
DLA Aviation60 awards$11.9M
Al DLA Aviation At Huntsville2 awards$8.2M
W4GG Hq US Army Tacom2 awards$7.5M

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 332994, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Fewer Bidders

Median under 3 bidders per reported award. · 95,531 reported awards

Median Bidders

2

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

41%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

8%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

56% of 170,419 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 FamilyCompetitionMedian BiddersSingle-BidBidder MixReported Awards
332994This Code
Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders241%
95,53156% of 170,419
33299NAICS Industry
Fewer Bidders234%
739,49977% of 963,974
3329Industry Group
Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders235%
1,081,58781% of 1,337,605
332Subsector
Moderate Competition325%
4,371,21165% of 6,705,961
33Sector
Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders244%
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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NAICS: 332994
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ANODE, CORROSION PRE
Solicitation # SPE4A7-26-T-592A
The contract pertains to the procurement of three corrosion-preventive anodes with NSN 5342014988278, priced at $3.00 per unit for a total value of $9.00, under solicitation SPE4A7-26-T-592A. Delivery is required 163 days after the date of order, with an original delivery date of November 1, 2027, and a need ship date of January 10, 2027. Items are to be delivered FOB destination to the DLA Distribution facility in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E, utilizing preservation method 10 (cleaning and drying), cellophane wrapping, and end-item containers, with no specific preservation material required. Marking must adhere to MIL-STD-129 with no special markings, and palletization must meet DLA Packaging Requirements RP001. Mercury or mercury-containing compounds are strictly prohibited in preservation, packaging, and marking except for functional uses in batteries, fluorescent lights, sensors, controls, weapon systems, and NAVSEA-specified chemical reagents, with portable mercury-containing items required to be shock-proof and possess a secondary containment boundary as per NAVSEA 5100-003D. Sampling for quality assurance follows MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 Table 1 with zero non-conformances required unless otherwise specified; critical, major, and minor attributes are assigned verification levels VII, IV, and II or AQLs of 0.1, 1.0, and 4.0 respectively. Item Unique Identification is not required per DFARS 252.211-7003(c)(1)(i). The contract incorporates technical and quality requirements from the DLA Master List, and clauses from FAR and DFARS are applied with several deviations effective February 2026, including safeguards for covered contractor information systems, prohibition of mandatory arbitration agreements, NIST SP 800-171 compliance, and restrictions on toxic materials including hexavalent chromium. Hazard communication labeling is mandated under DFARS 252.223-7001, requiring compliance with 29 CFR 1910.1200 for hazardous materials.
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