Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals
Size Standard: 1,000 employees
NAICS code 334515 covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing instruments for measuring and testing the characteristics of electricity and electrical signals. This includes oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, signal generators, and other electrical test equipment.
Government agencies require electrical test and measurement instruments across virtually every mission area. The Department of Defense uses test equipment for maintenance, calibration, and quality assurance of weapons systems and electronics. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) manages the government's test equipment supply chain.
NASA and national laboratories like Sandia, Los Alamos, and Lawrence Livermore require sophisticated measurement instruments for research and development. Department of Energy facilities use electrical test equipment for nuclear and energy research programs.
Military depots and maintenance facilities require substantial quantities of test equipment for electronics repair and calibration. Portable and field-deployable test equipment is essential for forward-deployed military units.
This market includes opportunities for both commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) test equipment and military-grade instruments meeting specialized requirements. Small businesses compete effectively in specialized instruments, calibration services, and through GSA Schedule contracts for commercial test equipment.
- Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
- Department of Defense (DoD)
- NASA
- Department of Energy (DOE)
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- Oscilloscopes and Signal Analyzers
- Multimeters and Digital Test Equipment
- Calibration Standards Equipment
- Field Portable Test Sets
- Spectrum Analyzers for RF Testing
These certifications can help you compete for set-aside contracts under NAICS 334515:
What products are covered under NAICS 334515?
This code covers oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, signal generators, power supplies, frequency counters, logic analyzers, and other instruments for measuring electrical characteristics.
What is the size standard for NAICS 334515?
The SBA size standard for NAICS 334515 is 1,000 employees, allowing substantial test equipment manufacturers to qualify as small businesses.
Are there opportunities for commercial test equipment?
Yes. Government purchases significant quantities of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) test equipment through GSA Schedule contracts, DLA, and direct agency purchases. COTS equipment often has faster procurement paths.
What calibration standards apply?
Test equipment must be traceable to NIST standards. ISO 17025 accreditation for calibration laboratories is often required. Military specifications may apply for defense applications.
How does DLA support test equipment acquisition?
Defense Logistics Agency manages government-wide test equipment catalogs, automated test equipment programs, and calibration services. DLA is a major procurement channel for standardized test instruments.
Businesses below this threshold in average annual receipts qualify as small businesses for set-aside contracts.
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