61--WIRE,ELECTRICAL

The federal government buys communication and energy wire through multiple channels. DLA Aviation and DLA Land and Maritime dominate the market, together accounting for over 20,000 awards. The Department of Justice Federal Prison System, Naval Sea Systems Command, and Army Contracting Command also purchase regularly. Most awards go to unrestricted competition, though small business set-asides account for roughly 15 percent of all awards. Vendors should expect to work with both large procurement offices and smaller agencies.

Award sizes vary widely. The median award sits at $6,600, but the top three awards total $368.88 million, showing that major contracts exist alongside routine small purchases. Across 628 distinct vendors over 25 years, the market supports steady competition. A firm entering this space should plan for volume purchasing at modest values while remaining alert to occasional larger opportunities, particularly through NAVSEA.

Nineteen active notices are currently posted. One hundred five contracts will end within the next 12 months, representing $10.81 million in potential recompete work. Firms should monitor DLA Aviation and DLA Land and Maritime solicitations closely, as these two buyers control the majority of volume. The small business set-aside category remains stable, offering an alternative path for qualified firms.