Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing
Size Standard: 1,000 employees
NAICS code 339115 covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing ophthalmic goods, including eyeglasses, eyeglass frames, contact lenses, sunglasses, and optical lens blanks. This industry also includes establishments that grind lenses to prescription.
Federal eye care services create substantial demand for ophthalmic goods. The Department of Veterans Affairs provides comprehensive eye care to veterans, including prescription eyeglasses, contact lenses, and low vision aids. The VA operates optometry clinics and contracts for eyeglass manufacturing and fitting services.
Defense Health Agency (DHA) provides vision care to active duty military personnel and their dependents through TRICARE. Military optical labs manufacture spectacles to prescription, and military exchanges sell eyewear. Combat and aviation require specialized optical products including ballistic eyewear and flight crew vision systems.
The Indian Health Service provides eye care services to American Indian and Alaska Native populations, including eyeglasses and optical services. Federal employee health benefits also cover vision care, creating indirect demand through health insurance programs.
Small businesses have opportunities in specialized ophthalmic products, prescription lens manufacturing, and through VA set-aside programs. The emphasis on low vision rehabilitation services for aging veterans creates growing demand for specialized optical aids and magnification devices.
- Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
- Defense Health Agency (DHA)
- Indian Health Service (IHS)
- Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
- Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
- Prescription Eyeglasses for VA Patients
- Ballistic Eyewear for Military
- Contact Lens Supply Programs
- Low Vision Aids and Devices
- Optical Laboratory Services
These certifications can help you compete for set-aside contracts under NAICS 339115:
What products are covered under NAICS 339115?
This code covers eyeglasses, frames, contact lenses, sunglasses, optical lens blanks, and lens grinding services. It includes both finished goods and intermediate products like lens blanks for further processing.
What is the size standard for NAICS 339115?
The SBA size standard for NAICS 339115 is 1,000 employees, allowing established optical manufacturers and laboratory operations to qualify as small businesses.
How does AbilityOne affect this NAICS code?
Some optical manufacturing contracts are set aside for AbilityOne designated organizations, which employ people who are blind or have severe disabilities. NIB (National Industries for the Blind) organizations produce significant quantities of government eyewear.
What specialized military optical products exist?
Military requires ballistic eyewear meeting MIL-PRF specifications, aviation spectacles, laser protective eyewear, and specialized inserts for protective masks. These specialized products represent procurement opportunities.
What quality standards apply to ophthalmic goods?
FDA regulates contact lenses and some optical devices. ANSI standards apply to eyeglass frames and lenses. Military specifications (MIL-PRF) apply to combat and aviation eyewear. ISO 13485 is beneficial for medical device aspects.
Businesses below this threshold in average annual receipts qualify as small businesses for set-aside contracts.
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