NAICS 331529: Other Nonferrous Metal Foundries (except Die-Casting)
Other Nonferrous Metal Foundries (except Die-Casting) is NAICS code 331529. A business is small under it with 500 employees or fewer. 2 federal contracts are open on SAM.gov under this code right now.
- SBA size standard
- 500 employees or fewer
- Open contracts now
- 2
- Federal spending, FY2026
- $20.5 million
- Share won by small businesses
- 12%
Open federal contracts for other nonferrous metal foundries (except die-casting)
- BELL,SHIP'S
✦ The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation) wants quotes on 23 BELL,SHIP'S (NSN 6350002569061).
Due in 14 daysOct 23, 2026
- Manufacture, Supply, and Distribute Flat Bronze Markers
✦ The Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration wants a contractor to manufacture, package and ship sand-cast flat bronze grave markers (12 by 24 inches) to…
Due in 24 daysNov 2, 2026
What NAICS 331529 covers
The Census Bureau's NAICS index lists these kinds of work under 331529:
- Beryllium castings (except die-castings), unfinished manufacturing
- Brass foundries (except die-casting)
- Bronze foundries (except die-casting)
- Castings (except die-castings), nonferrous metals (except aluminum), unfinished, manufacturing
- Copper alloy castings (except die-castings), unfinished, manufacturing
- Copper foundries (except die-casting)
- Foundries (except die-casting), nonferrous metals (except aluminum)
- Investment castings, nonferrous metal (except aluminum), unfinished, manufacturing
- Lead castings (except die-castings), unfinished, manufacturing
- Magnesium castings (except die-castings), unfinished, manufacturing
- Nickel castings (except die-castings), unfinished, manufacturing
- Nonferrous metals (except aluminum) foundries (except die-casting)
- Nonferrous metals (except aluminum) unfinished castings (except die-castings) manufacturing
- Permanent mold castings, nonferrous metal (except aluminum), unfinished, manufacturing
The index lists 19 entries for this code in all.
Read the full definition, including what's excluded, on census.gov.
SBA size standard for 331529
To count as a small business for a contract assigned NAICS 331529, your business must have 500 employees or fewer. Employees are averaged over the last 24 months.
From SBA's table of size standards, effective Mar 17, 2023. Confirm it with SBA's size standards tool before you certify your size.
Who buys other nonferrous metal foundries (except die-casting)
Agencies that awarded the most under NAICS 331529 over the last three fiscal years, per USAspending.gov:
| Agency | Obligated |
|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | $49.9 million |
| U.S. Coast Guard | $5.4 million |
| Defense Logistics Agency | $4.4 million |
| Department of the Navy | $483,515 |
| National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | $239,911 |
| Department of the Army | $85,944 |
| Smithsonian Institution | $28,698 |
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration | $19,301 |
Open notices right now come from Dept of Defense (1) and Department of Veterans Affairs (1).
Set-asides on open 331529 contracts
- No set-aside (full and open): 2
Not sure which set-asides you qualify for? Try the free SBA certification screener, or read set-aside contracts, explained.
Federal spending under 331529 by year
| Fiscal year | Contract obligations |
|---|---|
| FY2024 | $16.4 million |
| FY2025 | $17.4 million |
| FY2026 | $20.5 million |
| FY2027 (so far) | $6.4 million |
Source: USAspending.gov, all contract awards with this NAICS code. Fiscal years start October 1.
Related NAICS codes
- 331511 Iron Foundries
- 331512 Steel Investment Foundries
- 331513 Steel Foundries (except Investment)
- 331523 Nonferrous Metal Die-Casting Foundries
- 331524 Aluminum Foundries (except Die-Casting)
Frequently asked questions
What is NAICS code 331529?
331529 is the 2022 NAICS code for Other Nonferrous Metal Foundries (except Die-Casting). The Census Bureau's index lists work such as beryllium castings (except die-castings), unfinished manufacturing, brass foundries (except die-casting), bronze foundries (except die-casting) under it. Federal contracting uses the 2022 codes.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 331529?
500 employees or fewer. A business at or under that is small for contracts assigned this code. The current SBA table took effect Mar 17, 2023.
Are there government contracts for other nonferrous metal foundries (except die-casting)?
Yes. 2 federal contract opportunities under NAICS 331529 are open on SAM.gov right now. Agencies obligated about $20.5 million under this code in fiscal year 2026, according to USAspending.gov.
How do I add NAICS code 331529 to my SAM.gov registration?
Update your entity registration on SAM.gov and add the code on the Goods and Services page, in the Assertions section. You can list several NAICS codes and mark one as your primary. Changes are free.
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