Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing — NAICS 332992
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 332992 (Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 332992
Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing. This industry falls under the Manufacturing sector (NAICS codes beginning with 33).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 332992 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the small arms ammunition manufacturing space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 332992 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 332992, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for small arms ammunition manufacturing 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 332992. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.
NAICS 332992 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the small arms ammunition manufacturing market has seen 2,524 contract awards totaling $3.6B in value. The median contract size is $20K, with approximately 70 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
2,524
Total Value
$3.6B
Median Contract
$20K
Competitors
165
Contract value distribution
678 small business awards ($93.4M total value,$20K median)
165 companies compete for NAICS 332992 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 332992 (Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing), 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 332992.
Recent NAICS 332992 Opportunities
View all →The U.S. Secret Service is procuring an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract for 5.56 and .308 rifle ammunition. The key requirement is the provision of specified quantities of ammunition over an indefinite period.
The Department of Defense is procuring the 30x173mm Mk238 HEI-T cartridge, specifically restricted to Northrop Grumman and General Dynamics-Ordnance and Tactical Systems. Key requirements include compliance with specific military specifications and standards for ammunition production.
The Department of Justice is procuring ammunition for the Federal Prison System at USP Atwater. The procurement is set aside for small businesses, and the contractor will be A2Z Supply Corp. Key requirements include compliance with federal regulations and delivery to the specified location in Atwater, CA.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is procuring 9mm Luger ammunition to support law enforcement operations, requiring compliance with federal ballistic standards and reliable performance under field conditions.
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