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NAICS Code· 562920

Materials Recovery Facilities

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) operating facilities for separating and sorting recyclable materials from nonhazardous waste streams (i.e., garbage) and/or (2) operating facilities where commingled recyclable materials, such as paper, plastics, used beverage cans, and metals, are sorted into distinct categories. Cross-References.Show more

NAICS 562920 – Materials Recovery Facilities encompasses the operation of specialized facilities designed to sort, process, and recover recyclable materials from mixed waste streams, including metals, plastics, paper, glass, and electronics. These facilities employ advanced mechanical, optical, and manual sorting technologies to separate and prepare materials for reuse in manufacturing supply chains.

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Awarded Contracts (12mo)
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NAICS 562920 – Materials Recovery Facilities encompasses the operation of specialized facilities designed to sort, process, and recover recyclable materials from mixed waste streams, including metals, plastics, paper, glass, and electronics. These facilities employ advanced mechanical, optical, and ...

NAICS 562920 – Materials Recovery Facilities encompasses the operation of specialized facilities designed to sort, process, and recover recyclable materials from mixed waste streams, including metals, plastics, paper, glass, and electronics. These facilities employ advanced mechanical, optical, and manual sorting technologies to separate and prepare materials for reuse in manufacturing supply chains. In the government contracting landscape, this NAICS supports federal sustainability mandates, waste diversion goals, and circular economy initiatives, particularly within military installations, federal building complexes, and environmental remediation programs. Services under this code often include hazardous material handling, contamination control, and compliance with EPA and DoD waste management standards, making it a critical component of federal environmental stewardship and resource efficiency efforts. The leading contractor in this sector is BPM SERVICES INC, a specialized firm with demonstrated expertise in large-scale materials handling and waste stream optimization for federal clients. The competitive landscape is dominated by mid-sized environmental services firms with niche capabilities in automated sorting systems and regulatory compliance, though small businesses with SBIR or HUBZone certifications are increasingly active in niche regional contracts. The Department of Defense is the primary federal buyer, driving demand through installation-wide recycling programs, base sustainability initiatives, and installation closure remediation projects. These contracts often align with DoD’s broader net-zero and environmental compliance objectives, particularly at overseas and high-traffic military installations. The market is characterized by steady, mission-driven procurement rather than cyclical spikes, with opportunities concentrated in regions hosting major military bases or federal logistics hubs. Contractors with certified recycling processes, ISO 14001 compliance, and experience in defense-specific waste protocols are best positioned to compete. Growing emphasis on closed-loop material recovery and electronic waste handling is expanding the scope of eligible services within this NAICS.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 562920, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards
CompanyTotal AwardsContracts
WAKO SERVICE CO.,LTD.$262K2
SIX-NATIONS INC$187K1
NASCENCE GROUP LLC$120K1
SOLDIER SYSTEMS D-MIL, LLC$107K1
COMMONWEALTH DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT, INC$75K1
QUALITY PACIFIC MANUFACTURING INC.$55K1
MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES$51K9
CRYSTAL CLEAN, LLC$37K1
VANICH ENGINEERING AND SWITCHBOARD CO., LTD.$37K2
COMERCIAL LAS MINAS, S.A.$36K1

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 562920.

Department Of Defense8 awards$738K
Department Of State14 awards$195K
Department Of Veterans Affairs1 award$75K
Department Of The Treasury1 award$11K

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NAICS code 562920 covers Materials Recovery Facilities. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) operating facilities for separating and sorting recyclable materials from nonhazardous waste streams (i.e., garbage) and/or (2) operating facilities where commingled recyclable materials, such as paper, plastics, used beverage cans, and metals, are sorted into distinct categories. Cross-References.

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