Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing

The NAICS 332993 category encompasses Ammunition Manufacturing (except Small Arms), focusing on the production of specialized munitions, explosive devices, and related components for military and law enforcement applications. This sector includes the design, manufacturing, assembly, and delivery of various types of ammunition such as artillery shells, mortar rounds, practice bombs, demolition kits, and specialized cartridges. The products range from high-explosive rounds and practice munitions to precision-guided explosive devices and less-lethal training equipment.

The federal contract awards in this category demonstrate significant investment in ammunition production, with contracts ranging from $2,706 to $631,259,120.80. Key contractors include major defense companies like Boeing, Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics, and Raytheon, alongside smaller specialized manufacturers such as Nammo Perry Inc. and Accurate Energetic Systems. Most awards are firm-fixed-price contracts issued by military agencies including the Army's Program Executive Office Ammunition, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, and Naval Sea Systems Command. The contracts predominantly support Ukraine defense efforts, military readiness, and ammunition stockpile replenishment, with performance locations primarily in the continental United States.

Recent federal contract opportunities focus on market research and procurement for specialized ammunition components, including 155mm Modular Artillery for Combat Effectiveness, mortar tail fins, advanced tungsten armor-piercing projectiles, and various practice and live ammunition systems. The opportunities target manufacturers capable of producing complex munitions with precise technical specifications, often requiring specialized certifications, technical data package access, and compliance with export control regulations. Agencies like the Army Contracting Command and Naval Surface Warfare Center are seeking innovative solutions for artillery, naval gunfire, and training ammunition, with most opportunities open to both small and large businesses and emphasizing domestic manufacturing capabilities.