Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing: NAICS 334511
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 334511
Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. This industry falls under the Manufacturing sector (NAICS codes beginning with 33).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 334511 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical system and instrument 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 334511 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 334511, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical system and instrument 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 334511 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical system and instrument manufacturing market has seen 27,571 contract awards totaling $44.2B in value. The median contract size is $19K, with approximately 766 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
27,571
Total Value
$44.2B
Median Contract
$19K
Competitors
2,146
Contract value distribution
12,927 small business awards ($2.8B total value,$5K median)
2,146 companies compete for NAICS 334511 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 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument 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 334511.
Recent NAICS 334511 Opportunities
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The Department of Defense is conducting market research to identify sources for a significant upgrade to the MH-139A Electro-Optical/Infrared system, aimed at enhancing imaging capabilities and integrating new cabin displays for Special Mission Aviators. Key requirements include high-fidelity imaging, advanced targeting systems, avionics integration, and compliance with airworthiness and safety standards. Respondents are expected to demonstrate their technical capabilities and provide detailed specifications for the proposed upgrades.
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The Department of Defense is procuring temperature elements. The specific requirements and details regarding the procurement process are not provided in the available information.
The Department of Defense is seeking to procure signal converters. The details regarding the specific requirements and scope of work are not provided in the available text.
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The Department of Defense is conducting market research for the Titan 4 Counter Unmanned Aerial System, an autonomous RF counter-UAS platform designed to detect and defeat aerial threats while minimizing disruption to communications. This system will include training for users and requires periodic maintenance checks to ensure proper functionality. The delivery schedule is as soon as possible, and the equipment will enhance the organization's capabilities in threat detection and defeat.
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