Bituminous Coal Underground Mining

NAICS Code 212112 (Bituminous Coal Underground Mining) represents a specialized industry segment focused on the extraction of bituminous coal through underground mining techniques. This classification encompasses businesses engaged in coal extraction, processing, and preparation for commercial and industrial energy production. The primary activities include underground mining operations that extract bituminous coal from subsurface geological formations, with a focus on preparing the raw material for various energy and industrial applications.

Federal contract awards in this NAICS category demonstrate a concentrated focus on military base energy procurement, particularly in Alaska. The recent awards highlight Usibelli Coal Mine, Inc. as a key contractor, with two significant delivery orders totaling approximately $35.2 million for coal purchases in Fiscal Year 2023. Both contracts were awarded by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and the Department of the Air Force Pacific Air Forces, targeting specific military installations including Fort Wainwright and Eielson Air Force Base. The contracts are structured as firm fixed price delivery orders with no specific set-aside provisions, and they support critical infrastructure energy needs through coal supply for central heat and power plants.

No specific federal contract opportunities were included in the provided data for this NAICS code. The available information focuses exclusively on recent contract awards rather than pending solicitations or upcoming procurement opportunities for bituminous coal underground mining services.