Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing

The NAICS 326140 category encompasses Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing, which involves the production of various foam-based products including thermal insulation, packaging materials, and specialized protective components. These products are primarily designed for industrial, military, and scientific applications, with a focus on thermal management, shock absorption, and protective packaging. The manufacturing process typically involves creating foam materials through chemical reactions and molding techniques that result in lightweight, insulating, and protective products.

Federal contract awards in this category demonstrate a strong focus on thermal insulation and specialized packaging materials for military and defense applications. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is the predominant awarding agency, with contract values ranging from $500 to $290,101, and typical performance periods of 30 to 499 days. Frequently awarded contractors include ECI Defense Group, Thermal Structures Inc., S3 Aerodefense LLC, and Octagon Industries Inc. Many awards are set aside for small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned, minority-owned, and woman-owned small businesses. The primary places of performance include various DLA distribution centers across the United States, with delivery locations often specified as Warner Robins, San Joaquin, and Red River.

Recent federal contract opportunities primarily involve solicitations for thermal insulation materials with specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs), predominantly issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime. These opportunities typically request thermal insulation for vehicular and aerospace applications, with quantities ranging from 1 to 332 units. Most solicitations are set aside for small businesses, including total small business, service-disabled veteran-owned, and HUBZone business categories. The places of performance are consistently military depots and distribution centers, with delivery timelines varying from 20 to 499 days after order. Notable opportunities include vacuum insulation panels for the Mobile Integrated Remains Collection System and specialized thermal insulation for military vehicle and aircraft components.