Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge) Manufacturing

The NAICS 332420 Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge) Manufacturing category encompasses the production of substantial metal storage and transportation containers, focusing on large-scale tanks, cylinders, and specialized vessel systems designed for industrial, military, and research applications. These products include fuel storage tanks, compressed gas cylinders, liquid storage containers, water transport systems, and specialized research equipment like cryogenic dewars and scientific containment vessels. Manufacturers in this category produce heavy-gauge metal products that meet rigorous technical specifications, often requiring compliance with safety standards, pressure ratings, and specific environmental conditions.

Federal contract awards in this category demonstrate diverse procurement needs across multiple government agencies, with contracts ranging from $10,000 to over $1.2 million. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) was the most frequent awarding agency, consistently procuring compressed gas cylinders, pressure tanks, and liquid storage containers for military logistics. Small business set-asides were prominent, with many awards targeting service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, and economically disadvantaged small businesses. Common places of performance included DLA distribution centers in California, Texas, and other strategic locations. Recurring contractors included Federal Resources Supply Company, Echelon Supply And Service, and Valcorp Enterprises, who demonstrated capabilities in manufacturing specialized metal tank and cylinder systems.

Recent federal contract opportunities primarily focused on compressed gas cylinders, liquid storage tanks, and specialized research equipment for military and scientific institutions. The U.S. Department of Defense, particularly the Air Force, Navy, and DLA, sought metal tank systems for various applications including fuel storage, water transportation, and research infrastructure. Opportunities ranged from small procurements like 5-20 unit orders of compressed cylinders to more complex projects such as a $50,435 liquid helium dewar system for Brookhaven National Laboratory and a 10,000-gallon fuel tank system for the 379th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron in Qatar. Most opportunities were set aside for small businesses and required precise technical specifications, demonstrating the sector's emphasis on specialized manufacturing capabilities.