Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries

Code 512
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NAICS 512 encompasses the Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries, focusing on the creation, production, distribution, and broadcasting of audiovisual content across various media platforms. This category includes video production services, sound recording studios, film and television production, post-production services, and digital media creation. Entities within this classification generate content for entertainment, education, marketing, training, and documentary purposes across government, commercial, and non-profit sectors.

Recent federal contract awards in this category demonstrate a diverse range of video and audio production requirements. Typical contract values range from approximately $25,000 to $100,000, with performance periods spanning 6-24 months. Set-asides frequently target small businesses, with a particular emphasis on total small business and 8(a) designations. Common funding agencies include the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of the Navy, Department of the Air Force, and the Department of the Interior. Places of performance are geographically diverse but often concentrated in major metropolitan areas such as Washington DC, San Francisco, and various military installations.

Recent federal contract opportunities showcase a wide array of audiovisual production needs across government agencies. Notable solicitations include marketing video services for the Indian Health Service, audio-visual design services for the Library of Congress, documentary film production for national parks, training video modules for whale avoidance, and multimedia support for communication initiatives. Federal agencies are seeking sophisticated video production capabilities, including 4K video production, live webcasting, content development, remote hosting, and specialized training content. Performance locations span from domestic sites like Glacier Bay National Park to international locations such as Venezuela and Morocco, reflecting the broad operational requirements of federal agencies.

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