Surface Active Agent Manufacturing

The Surface Active Agent Manufacturing (NAICS 325613) category encompasses the production of chemical compounds designed to modify surface tension and interact with various materials. These agents are critical in manufacturing processes, cleaning solutions, industrial applications, and specialized chemical formulations. Products within this classification typically include spin finishes, industrial solvents, penetrating agents, cleaning chemicals, and other surface-modifying substances used across multiple industrial and governmental sectors.

Federal contract awards in this NAICS code demonstrate a diverse range of procurement activities primarily from defense and federal agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of the Navy, and Department of Defense. Contract values range from modest purchases around $864 to more substantial orders approaching $38,160, with most awards being firm fixed-price purchase orders or delivery orders. Frequent awardees include specialized chemical manufacturers such as Goulston Technologies, Penetone Corporation, and Maximum Tools. Most contracts have performance periods ranging from several months to approximately three years, with no consistent set-aside designation (though one small business set-aside was noted). Procurement mechanisms frequently utilize GSA Schedules and direct purchase orders.

While the provided data contains multiple federal contract awards, no specific federal contract opportunities are included in the current dataset. The contract awards suggest ongoing requirements for industrial chemicals, cleaning solutions, specialized manufacturing supplies, and various chemical compounds used in military, administrative, and specialized manufacturing contexts. The procurement patterns indicate a continuous, albeit fragmented, market for surface active agent products across federal agencies.