Niche

NAICS 332994Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing

Size Standard

1,000 employees

CMMC Level

Level 2 (most contracts)

Key Agencies

Army, Marine Corps, SOCOM, DLA

Overview

Establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing small arms (under 30mm), including pistols, rifles, machine guns, and related ordnance accessories. This code covers a critical defense manufacturing sector with strict ITAR and export control requirements.

Common Contract Types

Weapons ManufacturingSmall Arms ProductionOrdnance AccessoriesWeapons Modification

Contracting Agencies

ArmyMarine CorpsSOCOMDLANavy

Frequently Asked Questions

What CMMC level is required for NAICS 332994?

Level 2 is required for virtually all small arms manufacturing contracts due to CUI in technical data packages, performance specifications, and ITAR-controlled information.

What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 332994?

The size standard is 1,000 employees.

What defense weapons programs use NAICS 332994?

Programs include M4/M4A1 carbine production, Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW), crew-served weapon systems, sniper rifle systems, and special operations-specific small arms modifications.

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