Apparel Knitting Mills — NAICS 315120

Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 315120 (Apparel Knitting Mills). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.

2
Active Now
$96K
Median Contract
~10
Awards / Month
53
Competitors
63%
Small Business

About NAICS 315120

Apparel Knitting Mills. This industry falls under the Manufacturing sector (NAICS codes beginning with 31).

Federal agencies use NAICS code 315120 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the apparel knitting mills space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.

How to Use NAICS 315120 in Federal Contracting

To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 315120, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for apparel knitting mills 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 315120. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.

NAICS 315120 Market Intelligence

Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the apparel knitting mills market has seen 352 contract awards totaling $86.5M in value. The median contract size is $96K, with approximately 10 new awards per month.

Total Awards (3yr)

352

Total Value

$86.5M

Median Contract

$96K

Competitors

53

Contract value distribution

$177$96K median$628K
Small business set-aside rate63% of awards

222 small business awards ($45.9M total value,$101K median)

53 companies compete for NAICS 315120 contracts

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Size Standards

The SBA establishes size standards for each NAICS code to define what qualifies as a "small business" for federal contracting purposes. For NAICS 315120 (Apparel Knitting Mills), 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 315120.

Recent NAICS 315120 Opportunities

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The Defense Logistics Agency is procuring liners and socks for military personnel to support comfort and foot health in operational environments, with requirements for durability, moisture-wicking properties, and compliance with military specifications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NAICS code 315120?
NAICS code 315120 represents "Apparel Knitting Mills" in the North American Industry Classification System. Apparel Knitting Mills. This code is used by federal agencies on SAM.gov to classify contract opportunities so businesses in the apparel knitting mills industry can find relevant solicitations.
How many federal contracts use NAICS 315120?
There are currently 2 active federal contract opportunities on SAM.gov that use NAICS code 315120 (Apparel Knitting Mills). Over the past 3 years, there have been 352 awards totaling $86.5M, with a median contract value of $96K. Approximately 10 new contracts are awarded each month in this NAICS code. FedOverwatch tracks these opportunities in real time so you never miss a relevant contract.
How to find contracts for NAICS 315120?
You can find federal contracts for NAICS 315120 by searching SAM.gov directly, or by using FedOverwatch to get automatic matches. FedOverwatch monitors SAM.gov continuously and alerts you when new apparel knitting mills opportunities are posted that match your profile, certifications, and set-aside eligibility.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 315120?
The SBA assigns size standards to each NAICS code to determine whether a business qualifies as "small" for federal set-aside contracts. Size standards for NAICS 315120 (Apparel Knitting Mills) are based on either annual revenue or number of employees, depending on the industry. Check the SBA's size standards table at sba.gov for the most current thresholds for this code.

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