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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.

51
Active Contracts
$2.9B
Total Obligations (12mo)
2.1K
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
525
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
2
Median Bidders per Award
-59.2%
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.

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 Defense958 awards$1.8B
W6QK Acc- Dta4 awards$504.4M
Department Of Defense (dod)1,059 awards$243.2M
FA2823 Aftc Pzio3 awards$150.0M
Department Of State9 awards$90.8M
DLA Land Warren4 awards$41.4M
DLA Land And Maritime77 awards$29.9M
Commander1 award$19.1M
Department Of Homeland Security7 awards$15.1M
W4GG Hq US Army Tacom2 awards$9.5M

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. · 55,693 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

0

76% of 73,092 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
336992This Code
Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders238%
55,69376% of 73,092
33699NAICS Industry
Fewer Bidders236%
73,05779% of 92,196
3369Industry Group
Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Fewer Bidders236%
73,05779% of 92,196
336Subsector
Fewer Bidders238%
2,923,71580% of 3,661,023
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 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.

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NAICS: 336992
Awarded
DIBBS
PANEL, BODY, VEHICULA
Solicitation # SPE7L1-26-T-841E
This contract pertains to the procurement of a single unit of a vehicle body panel identified by NSN 2510-01-716-0643 and part number 6044788 from AM General LLC, with a required delivery within 10 days of order placement under solicitation SPE7L1-26-T-841E. The item is to be delivered FOB origin with no tolerance for quantity variance, inspected and accepted at the destination, and must comply with all applicable DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which override any other referenced standards including ASTM D3951. Packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-129 labeling and RP001 DLA Packaging Requirements, with palletization strictly following DLA guidelines, while ozone-depleting chemicals are strictly prohibited in materials or processes. The delivery address is Fort Riley, Kansas, and shipment must be sent via the fastest traceable means, excluding parcel post, with specific markings including the military freight identifier W55XGJ61880150 and project code TP 2. The contract specifies a unit price of one dollar and a total price of one dollar per unit, with the order quantity fixed at one unit. All documentation and compliance are governed by federal acquisition rules, and the government retains full control over acceptance, inspection, and usage data, marked with internal codes including IPD 05 and DIC A0A. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2026, with responses due by July 27, 2026, and the original required delivery date is July 13, 2026, suggesting anticipated lead time prior to solicitation issuance. The point of contact for inquiries is Kristina Derry of the Department of Defense’s Land Supply Chain, and unit of issue information must align with the ANSI X12 standard referenced through the official DLA unit of issue spreadsheet. This contract reflects a simplified acquisition for a critical military component, subject to strict quality, environmental, and logistical protocols.
Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

2 days ago

DEADLINE

N/A
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NAICS: 336992
Awarded
DIBBS
GOVERNMENT FIRST ARTICLE TEST
Solicitation # SPE4A6-26-Q-0963
The contract pertains to the procurement of 98 units of a carriage assembly under solicitation SPE4A6-26-Q-0963, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency’s ASC Commodities Division. Delivery is required within 771 days after award, with phased milestones including First Article Testing units due at 310 days and final production delivery at 281 days post-FAT approval. The item is subject to stringent quality, inspection, and traceability controls, including inspection and acceptance at origin, physical identification of bare items, and compliance with MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging and MIL-STD-129 for marking and barcoding. Unique Item Identification is explicitly waived per DFARS 252.211-7003(c)(1)(i), but all items must be marked with NSN, lot number, and contract number on external packaging. Technical data associated with the item is controlled under ITAR or EAR and may only be accessed by contractors with approved JCP certification, completed DLA export training, and authorization. Cybersecurity requirements mandate CMMC Level 2 certification, adherence to NIST SP 800-171, and compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information and reporting cyber incidents. Packaging must conform to DLA-specific requirements outlined in RP001, including preservation methods and labeling that explicitly prohibits stock posting for test samples. The contract mandates electronic invoicing through WAWF and payment via electronic funds transfer. Contractor compliance is governed by a comprehensive set of FAR and DFARS clauses covering subcontracting, drug-free workplaces, hazardous materials prohibitions, Buy American provisions, and prohibitions on contracting with inverted domestic corporations or state sponsors of terrorism. Evaluation for award will follow a trade-off method, weighing cost or price approximately equally to past performance, quoted delivery, and other non-price factors, with historical quality and delivery performance carrying heightened weight within past performance. All pricing details for CLINs are currently unpopulated, preventing determination of contract value, while the place of performance is specified as Robins AFB, GA for acceptance and the contractor’s facility for inspection.
Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

2 days ago

DEADLINE

N/A
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