Purchase Order SPE4A526P2278

The U.S. Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation branch, awarded a purchase order to Platt & Son Inc., a woman-owned small business manufacturer based in Bedford, Pennsylvania, for the production of wire rope assemblies. The contract, valued at $7,110.00 with a firm fixed price structure, was awarded on January 7, 2026, with an ultimate completion date of June 22, 2026. This procurement represents a non-set-aside purchase and reflects DLA Aviation's ongoing need for specialized lifting and rigging components that support the operational readiness of U.S. military aircraft and aviation systems.

Platt & Son Inc. has established itself as a reliable supplier to DLA across multiple branches, with particular expertise in manufacturing wire rope assemblies, slings, cables, and related lifting equipment for defense applications. The company maintains three Indefinite Delivery Contracts with DLA, including two dedicated to wire rope assemblies through DLA Aviation, which demonstrates the agency's confidence in the contractor's capabilities and quality standards. This purchase order aligns with Platt & Son Inc.'s core manufacturing focus and leverages the company's established production capacity to deliver critical components that maintain military readiness.