Purchase Order SPE1C125P1190

Kennedy Inc., doing business as Newport Sterling, was awarded a $19,760 firm fixed-price purchase order by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Clothing and Textiles on September 18, 2025, for the manufacture of lapel buttons designated as award items. The contract, set aside for small businesses, carries an ultimate completion date of January 16, 2026, and will be performed at the company's facility in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Kennedy Inc. is a specialized manufacturer of military insignia, medals, ribbons, badges, and recognition items that has been registered in SAM.gov since 2005 and maintains an established track record supplying the Department of Defense and other federal agencies with high-quality military apparel and accessories.

This purchase order aligns with Kennedy Inc.'s core business operations and existing federal contracting relationships, particularly with DLA Troop Support, which has been a primary source of contract awards for the company's military recognition products. The small business set-aside designation supports the company's ongoing participation in federal procurement while enabling the DLA to source specialized military items from an established supplier with demonstrated expertise in producing military insignia and award materials. The contract represents a continuation of Kennedy Inc.'s role as a key supplier of military decoration and recognition products to various Department of Defense and federal organizations.