Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) category 335929 - Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing encompasses the production of specialized cables, wires, and cable assemblies beyond standard electrical wire. These products include radio frequency cables, power cables, special purpose cables, magnet wires, and custom cable assemblies designed for complex communication, military, aerospace, and industrial applications. The manufacturing in this category requires precise technical specifications, often meeting military standards and qualified products list (QPL) requirements.

Federal contract awards in this NAICS category demonstrate a robust market for specialized cable products, primarily driven by defense agencies like the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and Naval Systems Commands. Contract values typically range from $3,000 to $500,000, with most being firm fixed-price purchase orders or indefinite delivery contracts. Frequently awarded vendors include small businesses such as Rev-Cap Company, Murray Benjamin Electric Company, F & R Sales, Wiremasters, and Sea Wire & Cable Inc. Many awards are set aside for small businesses, including total small business, service-disabled veteran-owned, and woman-owned small business categories. The primary places of performance are DLA distribution centers across the United States, naval shipyards, and military installations.

Recent federal contract opportunities in this NAICS code focus on procuring specific cable types for military and government applications. Solicitations include requests for radio frequency cables, power cables, special purpose cables, and custom cable assemblies with precise technical specifications. These opportunities predominantly come from the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime, U.S. Coast Guard, Naval Sea Systems Command, and other defense agencies. Typical requirements include quantities ranging from 500 to 92,000 feet of cable, with delivery timelines between 21 and 324 days after order. Most solicitations are set aside for small businesses and require electronic quote submissions, with approved sources often specified to ensure technical compatibility and military standards compliance.