Plastics Product Manufacturing

Code 3261
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NAICS 3261 (Plastics Product Manufacturing) encompasses the production of various plastic products through molding, extruding, casting, and other fabrication techniques. This category includes manufacturing of plastic bags, sheets, pipes, tubing, containers, packaging materials, and specialized components for industries ranging from medical and pharmaceutical to defense and infrastructure. Manufacturers in this sector transform raw plastic materials into finished goods with specific technical specifications, serving diverse commercial and government markets.

Federal contract awards under this NAICS code demonstrate a pattern of targeted, often small-scale procurements by defense and federal agencies. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) frequently issues solicitations for specialized plastic components like pipe fittings, tubing, couplings, and adapters, typically ranging from 10 to 500 units with delivery timelines of 30-341 days. Most awards are set aside for small businesses, with Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Total Small Business designations being common. Performance locations predominantly include various DLA Distribution centers across the United States, with contract values generally under $250,000.

Recent federal contract opportunities showcase a wide range of plastic product requirements across government agencies. The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks specialized packaging materials like autobags and mailers for pharmacy distribution, while the Department of the Interior requests custom fiberglass storage tanks and fish rearing troughs. The Defense Logistics Agency consistently posts solicitations for precise plastic components such as sheets, tubes, coupling units, and fire extinguishers. Agencies like the U.S. Forest Service and GSA are also seeking sustainable, bio-based plastic products like compostable mess trays, indicating a growing trend towards environmentally conscious manufacturing within this NAICS category.

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