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NAICS Code· 335929

NAICS 335929: Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing insulated wire and cable of nonferrous metals from purchased wire. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 335929 – Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing encompasses the production of specialized wire and cable products not classified elsewhere, including insulated conductors, coaxial cables, fiber-optic assemblies, and energy transmission wires designed for ruggedized or mission-critical applications. These products are engineered for high durability, electromagnetic shielding, thermal resistance, and signal integrity under extreme environmental conditions, making them essential components in defense communication systems, secure data networks, and energy infrastructure supporting federal operations.

79
Active Contracts
$20.7M
Total Obligations (12mo)
489
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
148
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
2
Median Bidders per Award
-25.4%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 335929.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 335929 – Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing encompasses the production of specialized wire and cable products not classified elsewhere, including insulated conductors, coaxial cables, fiber-optic assemblies, and energy transmission wires designed for ruggedized or mission-critic...

NAICS 335929 – Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing encompasses the production of specialized wire and cable products not classified elsewhere, including insulated conductors, coaxial cables, fiber-optic assemblies, and energy transmission wires designed for ruggedized or mission-critical applications. These products are engineered for high durability, electromagnetic shielding, thermal resistance, and signal integrity under extreme environmental conditions, making them essential components in defense communication systems, secure data networks, and energy infrastructure supporting federal operations. The sector bridges advanced materials science with precision manufacturing, serving as a foundational element in the supply chain for electronic warfare systems, battlefield communications, and veteran healthcare equipment. In government contracting, this NAICS code supports niche but vital capabilities where performance under stress outweighs cost considerations. Top contractors in this space include PMI Industries, Inc. and VE Technologies Inc., both of which operate as specialized small businesses with deep expertise in custom wire harnesses, military-grade cabling, and certified fabrication processes. These firms often hold SBIR or small business set-aside contracts, leveraging agile manufacturing and technical certifications like AS9100 and ISO 13485 to meet stringent DoD and VA specifications. The competitive landscape is characterized by high barriers to entry due to regulatory compliance, material traceability requirements, and the need for qualified production facilities. The Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs are the primary buyers, with demand driven by modernization of tactical communication networks, upgrades to field-deployable medical devices, and maintenance of aging infrastructure at military installations and VA medical centers. Procurement focuses on replacement parts, ruggedized upgrades, and secure cabling for encrypted systems. The market offers concentrated opportunities for manufacturers with certified production capabilities and experience in defense-grade materials. Demand remains steady due to lifecycle extension programs and the persistent need for reliable, non-commercial off-the-shelf components in mission-critical environments.

Small Business Size Standard

The SBA threshold that decides who can bid NAICS 335929 work as a small business.

1,000 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 335929, ranked by dollars won.

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 335929, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Fewer Bidders

Median under 3 bidders per reported award. · 28,948 reported awards

Median Bidders

2

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

38%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

4%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

28,948

98% of 29,478 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
335929This Code
Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders238%
28,94898% of 29,478
33592NAICS Industry
Fewer Bidders239%
38,21897% of 39,535
3359Industry Group
Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing
Usually Single-Bid150%
557,03556% of 998,769
335Subsector
Fewer Bidders244%
910,15864% of 1,420,758
33Sector
Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders244%
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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NAICS: 335929
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DIBBS
CABLE, POWER, ELECTRICAL
Solicitation # SPE7M2-27-T-0103
Solicitation SPE7M2-27-T-0103 is a fixed-price procurement issued by the DLA Weapons Support Nuclear Reactor Program for 1,500 feet of electrical power cable, identified by NSN 6145-01-202-2022790. The requirement specifies nominal lengths of 1,500 feet per reel and mandates compliance with MIL-DTL-24643/7G Revision G and MIL-DTL-24643D. The item is designated as a critical application item and must be sourced from the applicable Qualified Products List or Qualified Manufacturers List. Delivery is required within five days after receipt of order, with a need ship date of October 29, 2026, and an original required delivery date of April 24, 2027. The shipment is destined for the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. The contract imposes strict technical and quality standards, including the prohibition of intentionally added mercury and adherence to MIL-DTL-12000 for preservation and packaging and MIL-STD-129 for marking. Quantity variances are permitted within plus or minus 5 percent. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via the Wide Area WorkFlow system and compliance with various DFARS and FAR clauses regarding cybersecurity, the Buy American Act, and the Berry Amendment. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 335929 and requires offerors to certify their small business size status and socioeconomic categories.
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NAICS: 335929
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DIBBS
CABLE ASSEMBLY, POWER, ELECTRICAL
Solicitation # SPE4A6-27-R-X069
Solicitation SPE4A6-27-R-X069 is a total small business set-aside for the procurement of 46,000 electrical power cable assemblies, identified by NSN 6150-01-148-1674. The award will be a bilateral Indefinite Delivery Purchase Order (IDPO) with a base period of five years, remaining valid until the aggregate total of orders reaches 350,000 dollars. Delivery is required 100 days after delivery order, with both inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. The contract is a firm fixed price agreement, and the government will determine the best value based on a comparative assessment of price and past performance, with SPRS assessments and historical quality and delivery compliance weighted most heavily. The contractor must adhere to strict quality and technical standards, including sampling methods per MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 and packaging requirements according to MIL-STD-2073-1E and RP001. Marking must comply with MIL-STD-129, and the use of mercury or mercury-containing compounds is strictly prohibited in preservation, packaging, and marking. Additionally, the contractor must meet cybersecurity requirements, including CMMC Level 2 self-assessment and safeguarding of covered defense information. Invoicing and payment will be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.
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