Rolling and Drawing of Purchased Steel

NAICS 33122 encompasses the manufacturing and processing of rolled and drawn steel products, focusing primarily on transforming steel into various shapes, bars, rods, and specialized metal components. This category involves sophisticated metalworking processes that convert raw steel materials into precise, engineered forms suitable for industrial, military, and commercial applications. Manufacturers in this sector utilize advanced techniques like electric furnace melting, induction processing, and precision drawing to create high-quality steel products with specific mechanical and structural characteristics.

Federal contract awards under this NAICS code are predominantly issued by defense-related agencies such as the Department of Defense, Naval Supply Systems Command, and Defense Logistics Agency. The awards typically range from small procurements of specialized metal components (10-100 units) to larger orders involving precise steel shapes for maritime, aerospace, and military equipment. Most solicitations are set aside for small businesses, with total small business and HUBZone designations being most common. Delivery timelines generally span 30-365 days, and contract values appear to fluctuate between modest procurement orders of several thousand dollars to potentially larger strategic manufacturing agreements. Typical places of performance include naval shipyards, military logistics centers, and distribution depots across the United States, with significant concentrations in Washington, Hawaii, and Maryland.

Recent federal contract opportunities consistently demonstrate a focus on highly specialized metal products such as round bars, metal plates, sheet metals, and structural components. The solicitations predominantly originate from the Defense Logistics Agency and Naval Supply Systems Command, targeting critical manufacturing needs for shipboard systems, military infrastructure, and specialized equipment. Recurring requirements include corrosion-resistant steel bars, high-strength metal plates, and precision-engineered structural shapes. Most opportunities specify rigorous technical specifications, requiring vendors to provide comprehensive material certifications, comply with military standards like SAE-AMS-QQ-S-763, and demonstrate advanced quality control processes. Delivery locations are typically military distribution centers, naval shipyards, and logistics facilities, with a strong emphasis on small business participation and domestic manufacturing capabilities.