NAICS Category 3315 Foundries encompass manufacturing facilities that specialize in producing metal castings through various casting processes. These establishments transform molten metal into specific shapes and components by pouring the liquid metal into molds, with products ranging from industrial machinery parts to specialized military equipment. The foundries utilize different metallurgical techniques to create precise metal components for sectors including defense, maritime, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing. The federal contract awards in this category demonstrate a strong focus on military and defense-related procurement, with contracts predominantly issued by agencies such as the Department of Defense, Naval Sea Systems Command, and Defense Logistics Agency. Typical contract values range from small purchases under $250,000 to more complex procurements involving specialized equipment like propellers, casting machinery, and precision metal components. Many awards are set aside for small businesses, particularly in the steel investment foundries and nonferrous metal foundry subcategories. Common performance locations include military bases and naval shipyards in locations such as Norfolk, Virginia, Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma, and naval facilities in Connecticut and California. Recent federal contract opportunities within this NAICS category reveal a diverse range of procurement needs, including specialized metal components for military vessels, precision casting equipment, and specific hardware like coupling halves, washers, and bearings. Key agencies issuing opportunities include the Department of the Navy, Defense Logistics Agency, Department of the Air Force, and U.S. Coast Guard. The opportunities demonstrate requirements for highly technical metal components, often with specific dimensional and material specifications, targeting applications in naval propulsion systems, aircraft manufacturing, and military logistics infrastructure. Delivery locations span both continental and overseas military installations, with most opportunities emphasizing electronic quote submissions and precise technical compliance.
Name | Description | Awardee | Potential Value (Click to sort descending) | Award Date (Click to sort descending) | Last Date To Order (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort descending) |
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W15QKN15A0043 | Korff Holdings, LLC | $0 | 5/14/15 | 1/22/19 | 5/14/15 | |
W15QKN10A0264 | Steel Founders Society Of America | $0 | 7/2/10 | 7/2/15 | 7/2/10 | |
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| Shamrock Foods Company | $0 | 9/7/03 | 9/4/04 | 9/7/03 |
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| Techni-Cast Corp | $0 | 11/15/01 | 3/15/02 | 11/15/01 |
SPM4A611D5300 | Jamaica Bearings Co., Inc. | $150.0k | 6/10/11 | 6/9/16 | 6/5/15 |
Name | Description | Awardee | Potential Value (Click to sort descending) | Award Date (Click to sort descending) | Completion Date (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort descending) |
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Delivery Order DTCG4003D60007-HS060004 | Techni-Cast Corp | $7.3k | 11/10/05 | 4/6/06 | 11/10/05 | |
Delivery Order HSCG4015D20924-HSCG4015D20924170002 | Fundiciones Rice S.A. De C.V. | $380.5k | 12/8/16 | 8/30/17 | 8/30/17 | |
Delivery Order SPM7MX13D0079-0084 | Eaton Aeroquip LLC | $10.9k | 7/16/14 | 10/9/14 | 7/16/14 | |
Purchase Order SPE5E715V5323 | Boeing Distribution Services Defense LLC | $267 | 8/7/15 | 1/14/16 | 8/7/15 | |
Purchase Order N0018910PPM77 | Granite State Casting | $2.0k | 3/9/10 | 4/8/10 | 3/12/10 |
Name | Description | Solicitation Number | Federal Agency | Type | Posted Date (Click to sort descending) |
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COUPLING HALF, QUICK | SPE7M314T7194 | Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime | Award Notice 1/1 | 7/9/14, 10:29 AM | |
Sources Sought Propeller/Blade Set Overhaul | 70Z08021R21303B00 | Department of Homeland Security US Coast Guard | Pre-Solicitation 2/3 | 10/21/20, 12:21 PM | |
USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) Rudder and Pintle Stock Bearing Shaft Sleeves | N3220524Q0195 | Department of the Navy Military Sealift Command | Solicitation 1/1 | 4/9/24, 12:53 PM | |
Lever Castings | W911PT24R0005 | Department of the Army Materiel Command Contracting Command Detroit Arsenal | Pre-Solicitation 1/3 | 1/5/24, 8:12 AM | |
BEARING, BALL, ANNULAR | SPE4A623RX301 | Defense Logistics Agency Aviation | Award Notice 1/1 | 12/12/22, 7:05 AM |