Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing

NAICS 325180 encompasses Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing, which involves the production of fundamental chemical compounds used across various industrial and governmental applications. These chemicals include substances like phosphoric acid, ammonia, sodium hydroxide, sulfuric acid, and other inorganic compounds critical for water treatment, industrial processes, and specialized manufacturing. The category covers the production of chemical materials that serve as foundational inputs for numerous downstream industrial and scientific processes.

The federal contract awards within this NAICS code frequently involve water treatment chemical procurement for federal agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Marine Corps, and Department of Defense installations. Contract values typically range from $50,000 to $250,000, with performance periods spanning one to five years. Common set-asides include Total Small Business and Woman-Owned Small Business designations. Typical places of performance include military bases, water treatment facilities, and research installations across the United States, with significant concentrations in locations like Washington D.C., North Carolina, and California. Agencies consistently seek chemicals for water purification, industrial processes, and specialized equipment maintenance.

Recent federal contract opportunities within this NAICS code predominantly focus on chemical procurement for water treatment, industrial maintenance, and specialized scientific applications. Key solicitations include aqua ammonia contracts for the Washington Aqueduct, phosphoric acid delivery contracts for military water treatment plants, and chemical supplies for Marine Corps bases. Requesting agencies include the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Department of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Department of Energy. Performance locations span military installations in North Carolina, Maryland, and California, with delivery requirements often specifying precise chemical concentrations, packaging specifications, and strict delivery protocols. Opportunities consistently emphasize technical compliance, safety standards, and precise chemical specifications.