332994: Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing

The Department of Defense and its components dominate purchasing in small arms and ordnance. The Army's Picatinny Arsenal and TACOM account for over half of all spending. DLA Land and Maritime issues the most awards by count but at lower dollar values. Most purchases go to unrestricted competition, though SBA set-asides represent a meaningful portion of the 17,458 awards. Buyers include Army, Navy, and Marine Corps facilities, plus the Defense Logistics Agency.

Firms considering this market should know the median award is $2,600, indicating high transaction volume with many small orders alongside larger contracts. The top buyer alone has issued over 2,200 awards worth $7.4 billion, suggesting established relationships matter. With 1,868 distinct vendors competing for 169,522 awards totaling $24.61 billion since 2001, entry is possible but requires understanding the customer base and their ordering patterns.

Watch for 2,251 contracts expiring within the next 12 months, representing $1.95 billion in potential rebid opportunities. The 181 active notices signal ongoing procurement activity. Firms should monitor whether set-aside percentages shift, particularly SBA awards, which could affect competition intensity. Picatinny Arsenal and TACOM remain the primary targets for growth, but smaller buyers like NAVSEA and Naval Air Systems Command occasionally issue large awards worth tracking.