PSC 3950: Winches, Hoists, Cranes, and Derricks
3950 is the product and service code (PSC) federal agencies use for winches, hoists, cranes, and derricks, in the materials handling eqpt group. Here are the contracts open under it now, the NAICS codes it pairs with, and who buys and wins this work.
- Open contracts now
- 7
- Spending, FY2026
- $238.9 million
- Share to small businesses
- 35%
Open contracts with PSC 3950, due soonest
- Slewing Arm Davit (SLAD) Overhaul Kit
✦ The Navy's Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center in Norfolk, VA is checking which companies could supply a Slewing Arm Davit Overhaul Kit for the USS Nitze (DDG-96).
Due in 2 daysOct 12, 2026
- USS NEW YORK (LPD-21) Well Deck Bridge Crane Runway Beam
Due in 4 daysOct 14, 2026
- CRANES AND HOISTS
Due in 5 daysOct 15, 2026
- 1-TON CHAIN HOIST
✦ NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (Navy) has posted a solicitation for a 1-ton chain hoist.
Due in 10 daysOct 19, 2026
- Low Level Cranes
✦ Army Contracting Command at Anniston Army Depot (Alabama) wants innovative commercial solutions to replace seven 1954-era main low-level overhead cranes in Building 400.
Due in 30 daysNov 9, 2026
- Low Level Cranes- CSO
✦ The Army (Anniston Army Depot in Alabama) wants a company to design, build, deliver, install and test seven new low-level overhead cranes in Building 400, replacing 1954-era…
Due in 30 daysNov 9, 2026
Where 3950 sits in the PSC Manual
- Category: Product
- Group 39: Materials Handling Eqpt
- Code 3950: Winches, Hoists, Cranes, and Derricks
NAICS codes used with PSC 3950
The NAICS code on a contract sets the size standard for who counts as small. These are the codes agencies pair with 3950 most often:
| NAICS | Industry | Spent, last 3 years |
|---|---|---|
| 333923 | Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing | $400.9 million |
| 333120 | Construction Machinery Manufacturing | $91.7 million |
| 488320 | Marine Cargo Handling | $13.6 million |
| 336413 | Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing | $7.2 million |
| 336611 | Ship Building and Repairing | $5.8 million |
| 811310 | Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance | $5.7 million |
Who buys under PSC 3950
Agencies with the most contract dollars under 3950 over the last three fiscal years, per USAspending.gov:
| Agency | Obligated |
|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | $285.7 million |
| Department of the Army | $159.4 million |
| Defense Logistics Agency | $51 million |
| U.S. Coast Guard | $29.2 million |
| Department of the Air Force | $5.9 million |
| Ustranscom | $5 million |
| Department of Energy | $3.7 million |
| National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | $2.6 million |
Federal spending under PSC 3950 by year
| Fiscal year | Contract obligations |
|---|---|
| FY2024 | $133.7 million |
| FY2025 | $178 million |
| FY2026 | $238.9 million |
| FY2027 (so far) | $0 |
Who wins PSC 3950 contracts
| Company | Obligated, last 3 years |
|---|---|
| Konecranes Nuclear Equipment & Services, LLC | $180.5 million |
| Taylor Defense Products, LLC | $76.1 million |
| Canadian Commercial Corporation | $27.3 million |
| Marine Travelift Inc | $22 million |
| Impsa International, Inc | $18.8 million |
| Superior-Lidgerwood-Mundy Corp | $16.5 million |
| Allied Systems Company | $16.5 million |
| Innovative Professional Solutions, Inc. | $13.6 million |
| Konecranes Inc | $12.7 million |
| Crane Technologies Group, Inc. | $9.2 million |
Related PSC codes
- 3910 Conveyors
- 3915 Materials Feeders
- 3920 Material Handling Equipment, Nonself – Propelled
- 3930 Warehouse Trucks and Tractors, Self – Propelled
- 3940 Blocks, Tackle, Rigging, and Slings
- 3960 Freight Elevators
- 3990 Miscellaneous Materials Handling Equipment
Frequently asked questions
What is PSC 3950?
3950 is the product code in the federal Product and Service Code (PSC) Manual for winches, hoists, cranes, and derricks, under 39 (Materials Handling Eqpt). Agencies put a PSC on every contract to record what they bought.
What is the difference between a PSC and a NAICS code?
A PSC describes what the government is buying. A NAICS code describes the industry of the business doing the work, and it sets the SBA size standard for small business set-asides. Every contract notice has both.
Which NAICS code goes with PSC 3950?
Most federal contract dollars under PSC 3950 go with NAICS 333923 (Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing), according to USAspending.gov. The contracting officer picks the NAICS code for each solicitation, so check the notice.
How do I find contracts that use PSC 3950?
Contract opportunities are posted on SAM.gov with their PSC and NAICS codes. 7 open notices use PSC 3950 right now. FedReady can match new ones to your business and email you, free.