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NAICS Code· 336992

NAICS 336992: Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing complete military armored vehicles, combat tanks, specialized components for combat tanks, and self-propelled weapons. Cross-References.Show more

NAICS 336992 – Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing encompasses the design, fabrication, and integration of heavy combat vehicles, including main battle tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, and their critical subsystems such as turret assemblies, armor plating, suspension systems, and fire control components. military’s ground combat modernization efforts, supplying survivable, high-mobility platforms engineered to withstand ballistic, blast, and mine threats.

86
Active Contracts
$2.8B
Total Obligations (12mo)
2.1K
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
518
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
2
Median Bidders per Award
-60.3%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 336992.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 336992 – Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing encompasses the design, fabrication, and integration of heavy combat vehicles, including main battle tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, and their critical subsystems such as turret assemblies, armor plating, suspension s...

NAICS 336992 – Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing encompasses the design, fabrication, and integration of heavy combat vehicles, including main battle tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, and their critical subsystems such as turret assemblies, armor plating, suspension systems, and fire control components. This sector supports the U.S. military’s ground combat modernization efforts, supplying survivable, high-mobility platforms engineered to withstand ballistic, blast, and mine threats. Manufacturing involves advanced metallurgy, composite armor integration, powertrain customization, and rigorous MIL-STD compliance. These systems are integral to land warfare readiness and are often produced under long-term defense acquisition programs requiring certified supply chains, secure manufacturing facilities, and rigorous quality assurance protocols. Top contractors in this space include STARWIN INDUSTRIES, LLC, CALADWICH CONSULTING LLC, and ALLOY SLING CHAINS, LLC, representing a mix of specialized small businesses and niche suppliers focused on precision components, armor fabrication, and logistics support. The competitive landscape is characterized by deep technical expertise in materials science and defense-grade manufacturing, with many firms serving as tier-two or tier-three suppliers to prime integrators. The Department of Defense is the exclusive buyer in this sector, driving demand through modernization initiatives such as the Next Generation Combat Vehicle program and sustainment of legacy platforms like the M1 Abrams. Procurement is tied to force structure readiness, overseas contingency operations, and industrial base resilience efforts. The market is highly specialized, with limited competition due to stringent security requirements, export controls, and certification barriers. Opportunities exist for suppliers with proven capabilities in armor systems, electro-mechanical components, and military-grade welding and machining. Procurement trends indicate sustained demand for upgrade kits, retrofit solutions, and component replacement cycles driven by extended platform service lives.

Small Business Size Standard

The SBA threshold that decides who can bid NAICS 336992 work as a small business.

1,500 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 336992, ranked by dollars won.

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 336992.

Department Of Defense907 awards$1.7B
W6QK Acc- Dta4 awards$504.4M
Department Of Defense (dod)1,030 awards$241.9M
FA2823 Aftc Pzio3 awards$150.0M
Department Of State8 awards$81.8M
DLA Land Warren4 awards$41.4M
DLA Land And Maritime81 awards$30.7M
Commander1 award$19.1M
Department Of The Interior63 awards$16.2M
Department Of Homeland Security7 awards$15.1M

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 336992, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Fewer Bidders

Median under 3 bidders per reported award. · 55,740 reported awards

Median Bidders

2

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

38%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

10%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

55,740

76% of 73,142 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
336992This Code
Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders238%
55,74076% of 73,142
33699NAICS Industry
Fewer Bidders236%
73,14479% of 92,288
3369Industry Group
Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders236%
73,14479% of 92,288
336Subsector
Fewer Bidders238%
2,927,90480% of 3,665,512
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 336992 FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

NAICS code 336992 covers Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing complete military armored vehicles, combat tanks, specialized components for combat tanks, and self-propelled weapons. Cross-References.

Recently Posted in Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing

NAICS: 336992
Closed
Federal
Solicitation: Parts Kit, Hydraulic Pump ( NSN: 4320-01-086-6793)
Solicitation # W912CH-26-B-0009
Solicitation W912CH-26-B-0009 is an Invitation for Bids for a single five-year Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity contract to provide Hydraulic Pump Parts Kits, NSN 4320-01-086-6793, Part Number 12284862. The procurement is conducted under full and open competition with an estimated total quantity of 625 units over five years, though only a minimum of 15 units is guaranteed. The government will award the contract to the responsible bidder offering the lowest total price, calculated by multiplying proposed unit prices for CLINs 0011 through 0016 by the estimated annual quantities. Bidders must obtain access to the Technical Data Package, which is restricted under distribution statement D, prior to submission to avoid rejection. The solicitation response deadline was extended to October 9, 2026, with the bid opening scheduled for October 20, 2026, in Warren, Michigan. Key requirements include compliance with ISO 9001:2015 quality standards and the performance of First Article Testing. Per Amendment 0002, the delivery schedule for units requiring testing is clarified as 50 units delivered 600 calendar days after receipt of order, followed by 50 units every 30 calendar days until complete. All shipments are FOB Destination to DLA Distribution Anniston and must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1 and MIL-STD-129 packaging and marking standards.
W6QK Acc- Dta

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NAICS: 336992
New
Federal
Request for Information for Development and Integration of Armored System Solutions
Solicitation # 70US0927R70090001
The United States Secret Service is issuing Request for Information 70US0927R70090001 to conduct market research and identify industry partners capable of designing, modifying, and integrating armor systems for commercial off-the-shelf and non-military specialty vehicles, specifically those similar to sport utility vehicles. The agency is seeking vendors who can provide armor materials, develop solutions from concept to sample stage for government validation, and provide comprehensive fabrication and installation documentation. All validation testing must adhere to DOD Mil-Specs, ASTM, UL, and NIJ standards. Upon completion of any future contract, the government requires full transfer of usage rights for all developed armor systems and procedures. This announcement is for information gathering purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment to award a contract; therefore, no reimbursement will be provided for response costs. Interested respondents must submit an unclassified PDF response not exceeding 30 pages by January 8, 2027. Submissions must include a detailed cover page with company identification and small business status. Key requirements for potential performance include the ability to provide a classified workspace and the requirement for personnel to possess Secret security clearances issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency. To be considered for a small business set-aside, at least 50 percent of personnel costs must be expended for the responder's employees.
U S Secret Service

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NAICS: 336992
New
DIBBS
PAD, CUSHIONING
Solicitation # SPE7L3-27-T-0289
Solicitation SPE7L3-27-T-0289 is a fixed-price request for quotations issued by the DLA Weapons Support Land Supplier Opns Vehicle Spt for the procurement of 19 cushioning pads, identified by NSN 2590-01-453-9248. The requirement specifies a need ship date of March 11, 2027, with an original required delivery date of October 31, 2027. Delivery is established as FOB Origin under the First Destination Transportation program, with the final destination being the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination in accordance with FAR 52.246-2. The contractor must adhere to strict packaging and marking standards, specifically RP001 for packaging and palletization, ASTM D3951 for general packaging, and MIL-STD-129 for marking and labeling. Technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for electronic invoicing and payment requests. The solicitation also incorporates various federal regulations, including DFARS 252.204-7012 for cybersecurity, domestic sourcing restrictions under the Buy American Act, and specific hazard communication standards for any applicable hazardous materials. All quotes must be submitted via the DLA Internet Bid Board System.
DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLIER OPNS VEHICLE SPT

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5 days ago

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