Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing

The Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (NAICS 335931) encompasses the production of electrical wiring devices designed to conduct electrical current. These include specialized components such as switches, connectors, cable assemblies, power supplies, and electrical junction boxes used in military, aerospace, and industrial applications. The manufacturing process involves creating precise electrical interconnect components that meet rigorous military and technical specifications, often requiring compliance with standards like MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-1285.

Federal contract awards in this category predominantly involve the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and the Department of the Navy, with contract values ranging from several hundred to over $100,000. Frequently awarded entities include small businesses such as Par Defense Industries, March Electronics, Glenair, Inc., and LC Engineers, Inc. Many awards are set aside for specific small business categories, including total small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, and woman-owned small businesses. Most awards are firm-fixed-price purchase orders or delivery orders with performance periods typically spanning 30 to 365 days, focusing on supplying critical electrical components for military equipment maintenance and logistics.

Recent federal contract opportunities demonstrate continued demand for specialized electrical components across military platforms. Solicitations primarily originate from the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation and Naval Supply Systems Command, requesting items like cable assemblies, power supplies, electrical switches, and connectors. Most opportunities are electronically submitted, require precise technical specifications, and have short response windows (10-30 days). Delivery locations typically include various DLA distribution centers across the continental United States, with delivery timelines ranging from 4 to 437 days after order. Many opportunities are set aside for small businesses, emphasizing the government's commitment to supporting diverse and specialized manufacturers in the electrical components sector.