Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing

The NAICS 339991 category encompasses Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing, focusing on the production of specialized mechanical components used to prevent leakage, seal connections, and provide structural integrity in various mechanical and industrial systems. These components include gaskets, seals, O-rings, packing materials, and specialized seal replacement kits designed for use across military, maritime, aviation, and industrial applications. The manufacturing process involves precise engineering of materials to meet specific technical specifications and performance standards for critical mechanical interfaces.

Federal Contract Awards in this category demonstrate a robust procurement landscape, with contracts ranging from small purchases under $5,000 to larger awards approaching $300,000. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime is the predominant contracting agency, consistently awarding firm fixed-price purchase orders and delivery orders to a diverse set of manufacturers. Frequently awarded entities include small businesses like Aviation Devices And Electronic Components, DBR Industries, Basic Rubber And Plastics Co., and Parker-Hannifin Corporation. Most awards are not set aside, though some utilize small business, women-owned small business, and service-disabled veteran-owned small business designations. Performance locations are primarily within the United States, with delivery to various military and logistics depots.

Recent Federal Contract Opportunities maintain a consistent focus on procuring specialized sealing and gasket components for military logistics. The solicitations predominantly target small businesses and women-owned small businesses, with requirements typically ranging from 3 to 8,000 units per procurement. The Defense Logistics Agency consistently seeks items such as plain seals, crane seals, O-rings, gasket assortments, and seal replacement kits. Most opportunities specify electronic quote submissions, have delivery timelines between 33 and 317 days, and include provisions for shipping to both continental and overseas Department of Defense depots. The procurement approach emphasizes flexible, automated indefinite delivery contracts with total potential values up to $250,000 and estimated annual order frequencies between 3 and 12 orders.