Glass Container Manufacturing

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 327213 for Glass Container Manufacturing encompasses the production and supply of various glass bottle and container types, primarily focusing on laboratory, medical, and industrial applications. These products include carboys, screw-cap bottles, applicator bottles, oil sample bottles, and specialized containment devices used across government and scientific sectors. The category covers the manufacturing, procurement, and distribution of glass-based containers designed for specific technical, research, or operational requirements.

Federal Contract Awards in this NAICS category predominantly involve the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support and Land and Maritime divisions, with contract values typically ranging from $500 to $50,000 and durations spanning 3-6 months. Frequently awarded entities include Applied Industrial Technologies, Midland Scientific Inc., Scientific Specialties Service Inc., and SZY Holdings LLC. Most awards are firm fixed-price purchase orders with no specific set-aside designations, though some contracts are awarded to woman-owned or minority-owned small businesses. Performance locations are primarily distributed across the United States, with vendors in states like Nebraska, Ohio, Maryland, and New Jersey fulfilling government supply chain requirements.

The recent Federal Contract Opportunities within this NAICS category include a specific solicitation from the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime seeking 329 Glass Carboy Bottles (NSN 8125002840147). The opportunity is set aside exclusively for Woman-Owned Small Businesses, with delivery expected within 191 days after the order date. The solicitation limits approved sources to three specific manufacturers and requires electronic quote submission. The procurement is categorized under Product Service Code 81 for Containers, Packaging, and Packing Supplies, with delivery to the W1A8 DLA Distribution location.