Tag: NAICS Code

SOURCES SOUGHT: Common Very Low Frequency Receiver Increment 1 (CVRi1)

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This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) is issued to assist the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) NCN Program Office in determining industry’s interest and ability to provide, repair and maintenance for the KGR-72 receiver in support of the Common Very Low Frequency Receiver Increment 1 (CVRi1) program. It is the intent of this SSS to assess the number of potential vendors capable of providing the sustainment capabilities the government is requesting. The government anticipates that the award of the CVRi1 sustainment effort will lead to a contract to fulfill the CVRi1 requirement. This is not a solicitation. USAF is contemplating issuance of a sole source contract to Collins Aerospace. NAICS Code: 334220, Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing.

  • Original Set Aside:
  • Original Response Date: Nov 12, 2021 11:59 pm EST
  • Product Service Code: R425 – SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL
  • NAICS Code: 334220 – Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
  • Place of Performance: USA

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SOURCES SOUGHT: Construction Multiple Award Contract (C-MAC)

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The Construction Multiple Award Contract (C-MAC) will encompass a wide range of DB and DBB projects that include, but are not limited to: new construction; offsite design-build construction*; offsite construction (modular construction)**; demolition, repair, alteration, and renovation of buildings; systems and infrastructure; and, may include civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and communication systems. Types of facilities to be constructed include but are not limited to educational, detention, medical, administrative, industrial, operational, maintenance, warehouses, communications, personnel support, recreation, lodging, dormitory, training, ranges, and roads. The selected contractors will be responsible for all labor, supervision, engineering, design, materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and transportation to perform the services described in the drawings and specifications for each individual project.

  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: Y1JZ – CONSTRUCTION OF MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS
  • NAICS Code: 236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
  • Place of Performance: USA
  • Updated Response Date: Sep 28, 2021 05:00 pm EDT

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SOURCES SOUGHT: Switch Solenoid, Upp

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Solicitation for NSN 5820-01-172-0429 / PR0086711957 / SPE4A6-21-R-0440 / Switch Solenoid, Upp. A copy of the drawings is not available from DLA Aviation. DLA Aviation Richmond intends to award a Firm Fixed Price. No Quantity Option. This is a non-critical item. This requirement is unrestricted under the negotiated method of procurement. This item is the sole source to RF Products (cage: 58022), P/N 575181. This is a non-commercial item. FOB: Origin – Do not add transportation charges. This solicitation is being issued under the First Destination Transportation (FDT) program. For the FDT program transportation requirements, see DLAD clauses 52.247-9059 FOB Origin, Government Arranged Transportation and 52.247-9058, First Destination (FDT) Program – Shipments Origination Outside the contiguous United States (OCONUS). Additional information about FDT can be found on the FDT website (http://www.dla.mil/FDTPI/). A copy of the solicitation will be available via the DLA BSM Internet BSM Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil on the issue date cited in the Request for Proposal (RFP). The issue date will be on or about 0818/2021.

  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: 5820 – RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE
  • NAICS Code: 334220 – Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
  • Place of Performance: USA
  • Original Response Date: Sep 17, 2021 03:00 pm EDT

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SOURCES SOUGHT: Mortuary Services

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This announcement constitutes a Sources Sought Synopsis and Request for Information (RFI) to afford industry an opportunity to provide information regarding their capabilities to provide mortuary services in the EAFB local area in accordance with (IAW) the Performance Work Statement (PWS) (see attachment). This is not a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or an Invitation for Bid (IFB), nor is it to be construed as a commitment by the U. S. Government to form a binding contract. Parties that respond will not be paid for the information submitted. The Air Force is hereby requesting capability statements and other information from interested sources. GENERAL INFORMATION: AFTC/PZIOA anticipates entering into a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) under NAICS code 812210 with a size standard of $8,000,000.00. A firm-fixed price BPA will be contemplated. System for Award Management (SAM) registration is mandatory for this contract (see SAM website at sam.gov). Sources responding are invited to provide input and recommendations concerning contract type, contract clauses, and other aspects of the acquisition and anything else that may help to develop an efficient and effective acquisition strategy. If sufficient responsible and capable sources are identified, a formal RFQ will be posted on beta.SAM.gov.

  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: G001 – SOCIAL- CARE OF REMAINS AND/OR FUNERAL
  • NAICS Code: 812210 – Funeral Homes and Funeral Services
  • Place of Performance: Edwards , CA 93524, USA
  • Updated Response Date: Sep 16, 2021 10:00 am PDT

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SOURCES SOUGHT: Spindle, Head, Rotary for M&O

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The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 336413 and the size standard is 1,250 employees. Interested parties who have the capability to perform the above eort should respond to this notice and identify your business size and socio-economic status as applicable. All submissions must include full company names, Point of Contacts (POCs) to include name, position, oice and mobile telephone numbers, and email address. DMWR 1-1615-377 is currently available for the overhaul/repair requirement, however this is a Critical Safety Item (CSI) and is limited only to the approved sources verified by the Sustainment Readiness Division (SRD). The only approved sources for the overhaul/repair of the Spindle, Head, Rotary are Overhaul Support Services, LLC (CAGE Code: 52VE4) and Sikorsky Aircra Corporation (CAGE Code: 78286). Contractors are encouraged to seek Source Approval Requests (SAR) in order to become an approved source by accessing the website https://www.avmc.army.mil/Directorates/SRD/SAR/ and looking under Standard Aviation and Missile Source Approval Request (SAMSAR).

  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: 1615 – HELICOPTER ROTOR BLADES, DRIVE MECHANISMS AND COMPONENTS
  • NAICS Code: 336413 – Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
  • Place of Performance: CT 06026 USA
  • Original Response Date: Aug 31, 2021 05:00 pm CDT

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Mastermind Monday: Why are you scared to be in the arena?

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Don’t be afraid to build a relationship and bid on government contracts!

BE THE MAN IN THE ARENA

Do you know what ITA stands for? Well, this stands for In the Arena based off of Theodore Roosevelt’s quote which is called The Man in the Arena:

“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.”

The reason why we highlighted this quote is because we want to encourage all of you to get in the arena. Talk to people in your space. Talk to our podcast guests and if you’re similar to them, build a relationship with them.

However, the problem is people are trying to do everything alone. They’re an island by themselves.

They are sitting at home on their computer trying to price jobs, but have no one to overlook their mistakes and do things that are a must for bidding and overall govcon activities. 

Just take our very own Maria Martinez for example. She is a kindergarten teacher who has no govcon background, but when she dive into the arena and started building relationships with others, she succeeded and won multiple contracts. 

“She did not let people say, the cynics, tell her that she couldn’t do it. She tried. What happened when she tried? She succeeded… So again, in the arena. The credit belongs to the man who is in the arena.”

So, what are you going to do now? Well, you need to do the activities. And with this, we have some advice below. 

ADVICE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

1. Learn from people. 

When you jump into the marketplace without learning the basics, it is very easy to get in trouble. 

However, you can avoid this if you are studying from people who are living and breathing all of this stuff every day. 

We actually did have a student that won a contract but his price is 20,000 lower than the production cost. This is a huge problem. Good thing he was able to talk to the manufacturer about this, but what if he wasn’t?

“Learn from people. Listen, learn, learn, learn, first.”

2. Do your market research. 

The government buys everything. The thing is they don’t always buy it the same way that you’re thinking. 

For instance, if you have a specific niche service and you looked it up on FBO but nothing comes up, that service might have been bundled with other services. 

The key is to know where to do your market research and not just rely on things posted on beta.sam.

So, what you’ll do is look based on your NAICS or PSC code and go to USASpending, FPDS, or to similar platforms that showcase past procurement data.

3. Just do the activities.

You need to start doing your govcon activities. This means not just bidding but doing your business development. 

As said above, Maria Martinez didn’t just get lucky, she does the activities. So, what you need to do is to start reaching out to people and building relationships with them. 

4. Be a subcontractor.

In this marketplace, we always do this all the time that if we cannot win a contract as a prime, we’re contacting the prime to be their subcontractor.

The way we do this is we just call them up and tell them that we looked at the project that they won and that we’re all aware of the scope of work that it entails, and with that, we can execute a piece of that work.

8. Stick with the experts.

Stick with the people in your industry that are doing this every day. You can learn from them through our podcasts, but we highly recommend that you build a relationship with them as it is much better. 

RESOURCES

If you want to learn more about how to build a relationship and bid on government contracts, then check our full video below. 

You can also visit the GovCon Giant website or the new GovCon Edu where you learn everything about government contracting!

Why are you scared when bidding government contracts?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDrHSxbIPdU

 

SOURCES SOUGHT: Fort Benning Battalion Headquarters Construction

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The Savannah District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is requesting information regarding the market capabilities of potential contractors that can perform construction of Fort Benning Battalion Headquarters, at Fort Benning, Georgia. This request does not obligate the Government in any way to post a Request for Proposal or award a contract. Information received will be considered for the purpose of market research and determining how to best move forward with the procurement. Applicable NAICS code is 236220 with a size standard of $39.5 Million. Inquiries will only be accepted via email to Contract Specialist, Mr. Lennie K. Mattis at Lennie.K.Mattis@usace.army.mil or Contracting Officer, Ms. Magdalena Bernard at Magdalena.Bernard@usace.army.mil . The request for Information sheet should be completed and submitted no later than 23 July 2021 at 3:00 pm. Eastern. 

  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: Y1AZ – CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITIES AND SERVICE BUILDINGS
  • NAICS Code: 236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
  • Place of Performance: Fort Benning , GA 31905, USA

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Top 10 PSC codes in 2020

Posted on by Eric Coffie

If you’re a small business owner and have been trying to get into the federal arena, you are probably familiar with the North American Industry Classification (NAICS) code. It is very important in terms of gaining visibility to the government but did you know that the Product Service Codes are just as important?

One of the reasons why business owners get lost in government contracting is because of the overwhelming variety of products and services needed by the agencies. 

PSCs can help a business easily describe what they can offer to the government buyers, as they are straightforward and also narrower compared to NAICS codes. 

Most business owners think their companies stand out from their competition, but only a few have actually attempted to validate that. 

Find your competitive advantage by getting to know the marketplace. This could expand potential opportunities for you and your company. With that in mind, here’s a list of the top 10 PSC codes that have dominated 2020 and what they offer to the market.

1. 1510 

Aircraft, Fixed Wing

This code pertains only to complete aircraft which means end items, assemblies, parts, attachments, or accessories for use in or on fixed-wing aircraft are classified in classes other than this class.

2. R425

Professional: Engineering/Technical

This is designated for engineering and technical services. Under this category are services that offer systems engineering, technical assistance, and other services used to support the program office during the acquisition cycle. This excludes language translation and sign language interpretation.

3. 1905 

Combat Ships and Landing Vessels

This code includes aircraft carriers; battleships; cruisers; destroyers; submarines; frigates and corvettes; gunboats; motor torpedo boats; sub chasers; landing barges; minelaying and mine sweeping craft. 

4. R499

Support- Professional: Other

Services in this category offer advisory management. Businesses that fall under this are wide-ranging. One of the few possible NAICS codes for this is engineering services, environmental consulting services, and other computer-related services.

5. 1410

Guided Missiles

This class includes only complete guided missiles, with or without warheads and explosive components, whether in assembled or unassembled form. Complete drones, initially designed as missiles, but converted to drone use, are also part of this code. 

End items, assemblies, parts, attachments, or accessories for use in or on guided missiles are classified in classes other than this class.

6. 6505 

Drugs and Biologicals 

This code refers to establishments that provide all drugs, medicinal grade chemicals, and biologicals subject to the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, listed in the Monograph section of the U.S. Pharmacopeia or the National Formulary or covered by the United States Adopted Names (USAN). The items in this category, however, must be formulated for human use only.

Medicated cosmetics and toiletries classifiable in FSC 6508 and in vitro diagnostic substances and reagents classifiable in FSC 6550, and Veterinary Drugs and Biologicals classifiable in FSC 6509 are excluded from this class.

7. D399 

IT and Telecom- Other IT and Telecommunications

This refers to establishments that offer IT and telecommunication services, as the name states. This category comprises services that offer any form of electronic information use and transmission.

8. Q201 

Medical- General Health Care

This code is also self-explanatory, as it pertains to general health care services. Possible NAICS codes under this category are general medical and surgical hospitals, temporary help services, and home health care services.

9. M1JZ

Operation of Miscellaneous Buildings

Codes under M1 are designated for companies that operate on government-owned buildings. Most of the industry titles under the M1 classification are specified. This code, on the other hand, refers to the construction of buildings that may not particularly fall into other categories, hence the term miscellaneous.

10. 6515

Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies

The items offered in this class include anesthesia apparatus, blood transfusion apparatus, oxygen therapy apparatus, respirators, orthopedic supplies, arch supports, clinical thermometers, sutures, hearing aids, veterinary equipment, endoscopes, fiber optic. The ophthalmic instruments and non-medical endoscopes, however, are not included.

RESOURCES

The ranking from this article was taken from usaspending.gov. Federal awards in 2020 were categorized by their PSC codes and were then listed from highest to lowest, according to their respective cumulative amount obligated by the federal government.

To learn more about PSC codes and how to use them, check this video entitled, What is a PSC (product service code) and how to use it? to know your way around the industry and find your competitive edge.

The information found in this article is taken from the Products and Service Codes Manual, wherein the products, services, and research and development (R&D) purchased by the federal government were described according to its specified code.

Top 10 Industry NAICS codes for IDV Contracts in 2020

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For service contracts (and some products), the government has shifted almost entirely towards Indefinite Delivery Vehicles (IDVs).

IDVs separate large businesses from small, as small businesses in socio-economic categories are often prioritized. Although competition is intense, this is still an opportunity that you shouldn’t miss. 

The ultimate goal in bidding for IDV contracts, and in government contracting, in general, is to win. Having a small business certificate won’t be enough, you need to earn your spot on this bus. 

If you haven’t earned the right on the bus, you can’t even see the task and delivery orders. So how do you secure your spot? Start by knowing the industry and your competitors. 

IDV contract opportunities are found in all industries, but not all succeed. Some industries do better than others, here are 10 industries that have successfully made their way through winning IDV contracts in 2020.

1. 325412 

Pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing is the industry wherein establishments manufacture in-vivo diagnostic substances and pharmaceutical preparations (except biological). They are the makers of tablets, capsules, ointments, etc.

Federal IDV contracts under this code were actually worth about $2 billion in 2020, making it first on this list.

2. 325414 

Biological product (except diagnostic) manufacturing is the manufacturing of vaccines, toxoids, blood fractions, and culture media of plant or animal origin (except diagnostic). This comes second, with a government spending of $1.7 billion for IDV contracts.

3. 481212 

This code is for establishments in the nonscheduled chartered freight air transportation industry wherein they provide air transportation of cargo, without transporting passengers, with no regular routes and regular schedules.

When it comes to the government’s cumulative spending, specifically on IDV contracts, this industry is worth $1.6 billion.

4. 541712 

This code is all about research and development in the physical, engineering and life sciences engineering, and life sciences (except Biotechnology).

They conduct research and experimental developments in the field of science and mathematics. In 2020, the federal government has invested $1 billion in this industry for IDV contracts.

Note: The NAICS Code 541712, however, is no longer valid. The NAICS Code that should be used instead is 541715. Unless the requirement is dealing with nanotechnology, in that case, code 541713 should be used. 

5. 325411 

The medicinal and botanical manufacturing industry, worth $900 million in IDV contracts, manufactures uncompounded medicinal chemicals and their derivatives (i.e., generally for use by pharmaceutical preparation manufacturers). They are also responsible for grading, grinding, and milling uncompounded botanicals.

6. 541711 

Ever wondered why the NAICS code 541712 / 541715 excluded biotechnology? Here’s why. 

This code conducts biotechnology research and experimental development. They use micro-organisms and cellular and biomolecular processes to develop or alter living or non-living materials. 

They contribute to the development of new biotechnology processes used by various industries, which explains why the U.S. government has spent over $812 million in this industry, for IDV contracts alone.

7. 336414 

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing businesses manufacture complete guided missiles and space vehicles and/or develop and make prototypes of guided missiles or space vehicles. 

NASA is known to be the largest procurer of these services, followed by the Air Force and the Missile Defense Agency. More than $599 million was put into this industry, specifically for IDV contracts.

8. 541512 

Computer systems designs services plan and design computer systems that integrate computer hardware, software, and communication technologies.  Federal IDV contracts, in this industry, have a cumulative spending amount of $567 million.

9. 561210 

Facilities support services provide operating staff to perform a combination of support services within a client’s facilities. The staff, however, are not involved with or responsible for the core business of the client. The government invested $468 million worth of IDV contracts on this industry for 2020.

10. 541330 

This code is for establishments that offer engineering services which include civil engineering services, environmental engineering services, and mechanical engineering services. 

This industry is wide-ranging, as it pertains to any business that applies physical laws and principles of engineering in their design, development, and utilization of systems. The cumulative federal spending for these establishments is $410 million for IDV contracts.

RESOURCES

The list of industry NAICS codes from this article was taken from usaspending.gov, wherein federal awards for IDV contracts in 2020 were categorized by their NAICS codes and were listed from highest to lowest, according to their respective cumulative amount obligated by the government.

If you want to know the benefits of IDIQs and IDVs and how to prepare your company for these opportunities, then be sure to click the links below:

Are you ready to win a contract, prepare your corporation for success using IDV

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqs1D_TKZIg

Multiple year contract award (IDIQ) explained in simple terms – Eric Coffie

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgVtj-Iv7yI

To also learn more about all things NAICS, you can check out the website here.

Top 10 Industry NAICS codes in 2019

Posted on by Eric Coffie

If you’re a small business owner and you’re wondering why you don’t see federal opportunities for your company, maybe we can help.

Opportunities, oftentimes, don’t come to you, it’s you who finds them. When searching for opportunities, you need to use specific criteria to filter your search, this is where the NAICS codes come in.

Do you know yours? Many businesses use NAICS codes to find upstream suppliers and downstream markets. Government agencies even post-contract bids and offer tax incentives within a given NAICS code.

Before you go out there and start finding business opportunities, get to know first the federal market and the industries that have been successful in winning contracts. If they can do it, you can too!

With this in mind, here’s the Top 10 Industry NAICS codes that prospered in 2019.

1. 336411 

This industry code is on top of the list with a cumulative government spending of almost $50 billion in 2019. This comprises establishments involving aircraft manufacturing. 

They are those who manufacture or assemble complete aircraft. They also develop aircraft prototypes and do aircraft conversions, such as major modifications to systems and complete aircraft overhaul and rebuilding.

2. 541330

Coming in at second place, establishments in this industry provide engineering services. They apply physical laws and principles of engineering in the design, development, and utilization of their machines and systems. 

Businesses under this code may offer the provision of advice, preparation of feasibility studies, and preparation of preliminary and final plans and designs. 

3. 561210 

Services offered by this industry are often overlooked but are necessary for us to function. They are the establishments that offer facilities support services. These businesses provide operating staff to carry out a combination of support activities; but are not involved with or responsible for the core business or activities of the client. 

The mentioned combination of services include janitorial, maintenance, trash disposal, guard and security, mail routing, reception, laundry, and related services to support operations within facilities. 

4. 541512 

This code is for businesses offering computer system design services engaged in planning and designing computer systems that integrate computer hardware, software, and communication technologies. In 2019, this industry is worth about $24 billion in the federal market. 

5. 336611 

At the top five, we have the ship building and repairing industry. They are the people who operate a shipyard, which are fixed facilities with drydocks and fabrication equipment for building ships.

Activities of shipyards include the construction of ships, their repair, conversion, and alteration, the production of prefabricated ship and barge sections, and specialized services, such as ship scaling.

6. 236220 

Under this code are people responsible for the construction of commercial and institutional buildings and related structures, such as stadiums, grain elevators, and indoor swimming facilities. 

General contractors, commercial and institutional building for-sale builders, commercial and institutional building design-build firms, and commercial and institutional building project construction management firms are included in this industry.

7. 541715 

This is for establishments that involve research and experimental development (except nanotechnology and biotechnology research and experimental development) in physical, engineering, and life sciences.

Businesses under this code conduct research and experimental developments in the field of science and mathematics, all essential for economic growth, which is probably why the government invested around $20 billion in this industry.  

8. 541712 

Similar to NAICS code 541715, this code is also for establishments in the research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences engineering and life sciences (except Biotechnology) industry. This code covers a wide spectrum of fields, from biology to chemistry to veterinary.

Note: The NAICS Code 541712, however, is no longer valid. The NAICS Code that should be used instead is 541715. Unless the requirement is dealing with nanotechnology, in that case, code 541713 should be used. 

9. 336414 

This code is for the guided missile and space industry, which manufactures complete guided missiles and space vehicles and/or develops and makes prototypes of guided missiles or space vehicles. 

Although it is second to the last, the government spending on this industry is worth about $19 billion, which is still a huge amount.  

10. 541519 

Last but not the least, with a cumulative government spending of almost $17 billion, we have the industry that provides other computer related services. 

The services offered are all computer related services except those that were provided for by NAICS code 541512 (computer systems designs services).  

RESOURCES

The ranking from this article was taken from usaspending.gov, wherein Industry NAICS codes in 2019 were ranked from highest to lowest, according to the cumulative amount obligated by the government to each respective industry.

To learn more about all things NAICS, you can check out the website here.