Plumbing Fixture Fitting and Trim Manufacturing

NAICS Category 332913 encompasses the manufacturing of plumbing fixture fittings and trim, focusing on the production of specialized components and assemblies used in water and waste management systems. These products include drain valves, water closet bowls, faucets, shower fixtures, lavatory components, marine toilets, and related plumbing equipment. The category primarily serves military, naval, and government infrastructure needs, with manufacturers producing precision-engineered items that meet stringent military specifications and standards.

Federal Contract Awards in this category demonstrate a robust procurement landscape, with most contracts ranging from $1,000 to $698,445, typically issued as firm-fixed-price purchase orders with performance periods between 60 and 386 days. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is the predominant awarding agency, with frequent awards to small businesses, including woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and minority-owned enterprises. Common contractors include Waterbury Plumbing & Heating Supply, Evac North America Inc., and Kampi Components Co Inc. Set-asides frequently target small business categories, with delivery locations primarily at various DLA distribution centers across the United States.

Recent Federal Contract Opportunities showcase consistent demand for plumbing and waste management equipment across military and government installations. Solicitations primarily originate from the DLA Troop Support Construction and Equipment and Naval Sea Systems Command, requesting items such as drain panels, single and double faucets, marine and aircraft toilets, lavatory parts kits, and drain cocks. Typical procurement quantities range from 4 to 1,030 units, with delivery timelines spanning 60 to 386 days. Most opportunities are set aside for small businesses, particularly service-disabled veteran-owned and women-owned small businesses, and consistently utilize NAICS code 332913 with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees.