NAICS 321114 - Wood Preservation
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What is NAICS 321114
NAICS code 321114 covers establishments primarily engaged in wood preservation, including treating wood products such as lumber, poles, pilings, and posts with chemical preservatives to prevent decay, insect damage, and fire hazards. This industry plays a critical role in extending the life and durability of wood used in construction, utility infrastructure, and outdoor applications. Businesses operating in this sector typically specialize in applying treatments like creosote, alkaline copper quat, copper azole, and sodium borates to protect wood from environmental and biological degradation. Government agencies contract for these services to ensure the longevity and safety of wooden structures, utility poles, and other infrastructure components vital to public works and environmental management. The sector involves both the treatment of processed wood and the sawing and treating of round wood products, emphasizing both manufacturing and chemical treatment processes. Overall, wood preservation supports sustainable infrastructure by reducing the frequency of replacement and maintenance, which is a key consideration for government procurement in public projects.
Industry Classification for NAICS 321114
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) treating wood sawed, planed, or shaped in other establishments with creosote or other preservatives, such as alkaline copper quat, copper azole, and sodium borates, to prevent decay and to protect against fire and insects and/or (2) sawing round wood poles, pilings, and posts and treating them with preservatives.
Breakdown for NAICS 321114
- Covers establishments that treat sawn or shaped wood with preservatives to prevent decay and insect damage.
- Includes sawing and treating round wood poles, pilings, and posts with chemical preservatives.
- Focuses on extending the durability and lifespan of wood used in infrastructure and utility applications.
- Relevant size standards typically consider number of employees and annual receipts depending on treatment capacity.
- Involves both chemical application and mechanical processing of wood products.
- Supports government infrastructure projects requiring treated wood for safety and longevity.
Included Activities for NAICS 321114
- Applying chemical preservatives such as creosote and copper-based treatments to wood products.
- Sawing round wood poles, pilings, and posts prior to preservation treatment.
- Testing treated wood to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
- Packaging and distributing treated wood products for construction and utility use.
- Maintaining treatment facilities and equipment for wood preservation processes.
- Consulting with government agencies on specifications and treatment standards.
- Managing environmental compliance and waste disposal related to chemical treatments.
- Providing custom treatment services for specific government infrastructure projects.
Business Types for NAICS 321114
- Wood preservation plants specializing in chemical treatment of lumber and poles.
- Manufacturers of treated wood products for construction and utility industries.
- Contract wood treating services serving federal, state, and local agencies.
- Specialized forestry and utility supply companies offering wood treatment solutions.
- Environmental compliance consultants focused on wood preservation standards.
- Distributors of treated wood materials for infrastructure and public works projects.
Subcategories for NAICS 321114
- Bridge and trestle parts, wood, treating
- Creosoting of wood
- Crossties, treating
- Flooring, wood block, treating
- Millwork, treating
- Mine props, treating
- Mine ties, wood, treated, manufacturing
- Pilings, foundation and marine construction, treating
- Pilings, round wood, cutting and treating
- Pilings, wood, treating
- Poles, round wood, cutting and treating
- Poles, wood, treating
- Posts, round wood, cutting and treating
- Posts, wood, treating
- Preserving purchased wood and wood products
- Pressure treated lumber made from purchased lumber
- Railroad ties (i.e., bridge, cross, switch) treating
- Structural lumber and timber, treating
- Ties, wood railroad bridge, cross, and switch, treating
- Timber, structural, treating
- Treating purchased wood and wood products
- Treating wood products with creosote or other preservatives
- Trestle parts, wood, treating
- Wood fence (i.e., pickets, poling, rails), treating
- Wood products, creosoting purchased wood products
Government Buyers for NAICS 321114
Government agencies such as the Department of Transportation, the U.S. Forest Service, the Department of Defense, and local public works departments commonly purchase wood preservation services. They require treated wood products for infrastructure projects including bridges, utility poles, fencing, and outdoor construction that must withstand harsh weather conditions, insect infestations, and fire risk. These agencies seek to extend the lifespan of wooden components in public infrastructure and natural resource management. Additionally, environmental and conservation agencies contract for treated wood to support sustainable forestry management and to ensure compliance with safety and durability standards. The need for reliable, long-lasting wood products in government projects makes these agencies consistent buyers in this industry.
Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 321114
Contracts in the wood preservation sector commonly include firm-fixed-price and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) agreements, particularly for ongoing supply and treatment services. Procurement methods often involve competitive bidding through Requests for Proposals (RFPs) or Invitations for Bid (IFBs), with contract values ranging widely depending on project scale—from small municipal contracts for treated fencing to large federal infrastructure projects involving thousands of treated utility poles. Blanket purchase agreements and task orders are also prevalent for recurring needs. Government contracts emphasize compliance with environmental regulations and treatment standards, with contract awards often given to firms demonstrating strong technical capabilities and certifications in wood preservation.
Details for NAICS 321114
Explore the hierarchy and related codes for this industry
| NAICS Code | Industry Title |
|---|---|
| 32111 | Sawmills and Wood Preservation |
| 3211 | Sawmills and Wood Preservation |
| 321 | Wood Product Manufacturing |
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