NAICS 331318 (Other Aluminum Rolling, Drawing, and Extruding) encompasses the manufacturing and processing of specialized aluminum products beyond standard sheet and plate production. This category includes the fabrication of aluminum wire, cable, extrusions, bars, and other customized metal components typically used in electrical, aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. The products often require precise manufacturing techniques and must meet stringent military or industrial specifications for material composition, dimensional accuracy, and performance characteristics.
The federal contract awards in this category predominantly feature electrical wire, power cables, specialized cables, springs, and aluminum extrusions, with contract values ranging from $200 to $25,000. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime is the primary awarding agency, consistently issuing purchase orders to small businesses like F & R Sales, Wiremasters, Inc., Ryan Electronics Corporation, and Prtc LLC. Most awards are firm fixed-price purchase orders with delivery timelines between 6-12 months, and frequently do not have specific set-aside designations, though some are designated for total small business participation. The contracts typically require delivery to various DLA distribution centers across the United States.
Recent federal contract opportunities focus on procuring electrical cables, power cables, special purpose cables, electrical wire, springs, and aluminum extrusions. Most solicitations are Request for Quote (RFQ) processes targeting small businesses, with quantities ranging from 2 to 28,000 linear feet or units. The Defense Logistics Agency consistently posts opportunities with delivery requirements of 35-427 days, often specifying delivery to specific DLA distribution centers. Many opportunities are classified as Qualified Products List (QPL) items, requiring vendors to meet strict military specifications and standards. The opportunities predominantly fall under NAICS 331318 and Product Service Codes related to electric wire, power distribution equipment, and hardware components.