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NAICS Code· 562213

NAICS 562213: Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating combustors and incinerators for the disposal of nonhazardous solid waste. These establishments may produce byproducts, such as electricity and steam. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 562213 – Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators covers the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of thermal treatment systems that reduce municipal, industrial, and hazardous solid waste through controlled combustion. This sector supports environmental compliance and waste volume reduction goals by converting waste into ash and flue gas, often integrated with air pollution control systems such as scrubbers, electrostatic precipitators, and baghouses.

4
Active Contracts
$4.0M
Total Obligations (12mo)
33
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
16
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
1
Median Bidders per Award
+0.2%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

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AI Industry Description

NAICS 562213 – Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators covers the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of thermal treatment systems that reduce municipal, industrial, and hazardous solid waste through controlled combustion. This sector supports environmental compliance and waste volume r...

NAICS 562213 – Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators covers the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of thermal treatment systems that reduce municipal, industrial, and hazardous solid waste through controlled combustion. This sector supports environmental compliance and waste volume reduction goals by converting waste into ash and flue gas, often integrated with air pollution control systems such as scrubbers, electrostatic precipitators, and baghouses. In government contracting, these services are critical for military installations, federal facilities, and defense-related logistics hubs seeking sustainable waste management solutions that meet EPA and DoD environmental standards. The work often involves engineering services, turnkey system deployment, and long-term operations and maintenance contracts under environmental remediation and installation sustainability programs. No contractor data is available for this NAICS code. However, the sector typically includes large environmental engineering firms, specialized waste technology vendors, and small businesses with expertise in thermal treatment systems and emissions compliance. Competition is often shaped by technical certifications, experience with hazardous waste streams, and proven track records in federal facility operations. The Department of Defense is the primary federal buyer in this sector, driven by installation-wide sustainability initiatives, regulatory mandates under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and the need to manage waste at remote or overseas bases where landfill access is limited. Demand is tied to base modernization programs and environmental compliance timelines. The competitive landscape is characterized by high technical barriers to entry due to stringent emissions regulations and complex permitting requirements. Opportunities exist for contractors with niche capabilities in advanced combustion technologies, modular incineration units, and integrated waste-to-energy systems. Procurement trends indicate a growing preference for performance-based contracts that emphasize lifecycle cost efficiency and regulatory adherence over capital-only procurements.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 562213, ranked by dollars won.

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 562213, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Usually Single-Bid

Half or more of reported awards drew exactly one bidder, usually a sign of incumbent-held work rather than an open field. · 1,753 reported awards

Median Bidders

1

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

63%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

0%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

76% of 2,302 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
562213This Code
Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators
Usually Single-Bid163%
1,75376% of 2,302
56221NAICS Industry
Moderate Competition320%
100,90654% of 185,489
5622Industry Group
Waste Treatment and Disposal
Moderate Competition320%
100,90654% of 185,489
562Subsector
Fewer Bidders237%
273,44069% of 394,906
56Sector
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Fewer Bidders245%
1,120,35677% of 1,459,589

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 562213 covers Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating combustors and incinerators for the disposal of nonhazardous solid waste. These establishments may produce byproducts, such as electricity and steam. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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NAICS: 562213
Awarded
DIBBS
NON RCRA SOLIDS FOR INCINERATION
Solicitation # SP4500-26-F-7306
Defense Logistics Agency award SP450026F7306 is a Firm Fixed Price delivery order issued under contract SP450025D0010 to J&T Recycling Corporation, a small disadvantaged women-owned small business. Awarded on August 17, 2026, for a total price of 15,576.50, the contract covers the collection, packaging, and disposal of various regulated and non-regulated industrial waste materials. The scope of work includes the handling of non-RCRA solids for incineration, used antifreeze, alkaline waste, metals-bearing debris, flammable liquids, lithium thionyl chloride batteries, and fluorescent lamps. Performance is centered at Misawa Air Base and other designated locations in Japan, with all operations required to be within a 50-mile radius of the pickup points. The contract's base period runs from February 20, 2025, to August 19, 2027, with an optional 30-month extension available through February 19, 2030. Compliance is governed by U.S.-Japan Environmental Governing Standards and EPA waste codes, with specific requirements for handling hazardous materials such as PFAS and AFFF. Administrative oversight is managed by the Defense Logistics Agency, with inspection occurring at the origin in Japan and acceptance at the destination. Key operational requirements include the use of Common Access Cards for installation access and adherence to FAR clauses regarding equal opportunity and the combatting of trafficking in persons.
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