Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing: NAICS 332993
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 332993 (Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 332993
Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing. This industry falls under the Manufacturing sector (NAICS codes beginning with 33).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 332993 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the ammunition (except small arms) 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 332993 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 332993, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for ammunition (except small arms) 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.
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NAICS 332993 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the ammunition (except small arms) manufacturing market has seen 1,728 contract awards totaling $22.7B in value. The median contract size is $600K, with approximately 48 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
1,728
Total Value
$22.7B
Median Contract
$600K
Competitors
339
Contract value distribution
557 small business awards ($3.6B total value,$21K median)
339 companies compete for NAICS 332993 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 332993 (Ammunition (except Small Arms) 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 332993.
Recent NAICS 332993 Opportunities
View all →The Department of Defense is procuring the MK 25 Mod 0 Non-Lethal, 9-Bang Diversionary Hand Grenade through a sole source contract with American Rheinmetall Munition Inc. for a five-year period. The contract will cover the production, acceptance, and delivery of these grenades, and interested parties may submit capability packages to challenge the sole-source determination.
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The Department of Defense is procuring New Generation Ammunition & Munitions Equipment (NGAME) for the Air Force's Support Equipment & Vehicles Division. The contract aims to establish a vendor base capable of designing, developing, testing, and sustaining specialized ammunition handling and servicing equipment, with a focus on achieving Nuclear Certification. Participation is limited to U.S. entities, and all end items must be manufactured in the United States.
The Department of Defense is procuring energetic subcomponents for the M82 Simulated Screening Grenade to support Pine Bluff Arsenal. This solicitation is for a five-year Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract, requiring adherence to specific terms and conditions, with a focus on small business participation as part of the evaluation criteria.
The Department of Defense, through the United States Air Force, is procuring lifecycle support for the Small Diameter Bomb Increment II (SDB II) weapon system. This support includes weapon integration, production, sustainment, testing, logistics, and technical support, with a focus on maintaining and enhancing system performance. Interested vendors must demonstrate their capabilities and possess a Top Secret Facility Clearance.
The Department of Defense is seeking information from industry sources capable of manufacturing cast cure and melt pour loaded warheads weighing between one to five pounds. Key requirements include the ability to produce warheads ranging from three to four inches in diameter at a delivery rate of 10,000 to 100,000 units per year, along with details on prior experience, production capabilities, and staffing levels.
The Department of Defense is seeking information from industry regarding the capability to manufacture press loaded warheads weighing between one to five pounds. Key requirements include the ability to produce warheads with specific dimensions and production rates, as well as details on prior experience, facility capabilities, and personnel qualifications. Interested parties must submit their responses electronically by August 5, 2026.
The Department of Defense is seeking information from interested sources capable of manufacturing high precision shaped charge and explosively formed penetrator liners for anti-armor and anti-materiel warheads. Key requirements include the ability to produce liners at rates between 10,000 and 100,000 per year, detailed descriptions of prior experience, existing facilities, equipment, and personnel qualifications. Respondents must also address potential supply chain bottlenecks and their capability to handle controlled unclassified and classified information.
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