Meat Processed from Carcasses: NAICS 311612
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 311612 (Meat Processed from Carcasses). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 311612
Meat Processed from Carcasses. This industry falls under the Manufacturing sector (NAICS codes beginning with 31).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 311612 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the meat processed from carcasses space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 311612 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 311612, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for meat processed from carcasses work, they reference this code to determine the applicable small business size standard and any set-aside eligibility.
If you hold certifications such as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB, you may be eligible for set-aside contracts under this NAICS code. These set-asides limit competition to certified small businesses, giving you a significant advantage in winning federal work.
FedOverwatch monitors SAM.gov daily and can automatically match you with new opportunities under NAICS 311612. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.
NAICS 311612 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the meat processed from carcasses market has seen 510 contract awards totaling $58.0M in value. The median contract size is $26K, with approximately 14 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
510
Total Value
$58.0M
Median Contract
$26K
Competitors
51
Contract value distribution
470 small business awards ($19.7M total value,$25K median)
51 companies compete for NAICS 311612 contracts
See who's winning, their award values, and where you fit in the market
Explore CompetitorsSize Standards
The SBA establishes size standards for each NAICS code to define what qualifies as a "small business" for federal contracting purposes. For NAICS 311612 (Meat Processed from Carcasses), the size standard is based on either average annual receipts or number of employees, depending on the specific industry. Meeting the size standard for your primary NAICS code is required to qualify for small business set-aside contracts.
Visit the SBA Size Standards Table to find the current threshold for NAICS 311612.
Recent NAICS 311612 Opportunities
View all →The Department of Agriculture is procuring frozen ground beef products for domestic food assistance programs, specifically targeting small business concerns. This acquisition is a partial set-aside and is structured as an invitation for bid, with offers being requested without a separate written solicitation.
The Department of Agriculture is procuring frozen and fresh raw beef products for domestic assistance programs. The procurement is set aside for small businesses and is managed by the Agricultural Marketing Service. Key requirements include compliance with specifications for processed beef products.
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