Nonferrous Metal (except Aluminum) Production and Processing

NAICS 3314 encompasses the production and processing of nonferrous metals, excluding aluminum, focusing on the manufacturing of metal products through various metallurgical techniques. These metals include copper, nickel, zinc, lead, and their associated alloys, with production involving processes such as rolling, drawing, extruding, and casting. The category covers the transformation of raw metal materials into semi-finished and finished metal products used across numerous industrial, aerospace, defense, and technological applications.

Federal contract awards under this NAICS code frequently involve the Department of Defense, particularly the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), which solicits specialized metal components for aerospace, maritime, and military infrastructure. These contracts typically range from small-scale procurements of specialized metal tubes, sheets, and assemblies valued between $25,000 and $250,000, with delivery timelines spanning 100-365 days. Most opportunities are set aside for small businesses, including total small business, service-disabled veteran-owned, and HUBZone designations. Common performance locations include naval shipyards, military distribution centers, and aerospace maintenance facilities across the United States, with occasional international delivery points like naval bases in Japan.

Recent federal contract opportunities demonstrate a concentrated demand for precise metal components, particularly in aerospace and naval applications. Solicitations include requests for specialized metal tubes, sheets, cable assemblies, and structural components with exacting specifications. Most opportunities are issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation and Land and Maritime divisions, targeting small business contractors. Typical requests involve quantities ranging from 1-50 units of metal products, with specific material requirements such as copper-nickel alloys, structural angles, and electrically specialized cables. Delivery locations predominantly include military distribution centers in Oklahoma, California, Hawaii, and various naval shipyards, with electronic quote submissions and strict technical compliance being standard procurement requirements.