Purchase Order SPE4A625PAAP3

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation awarded an $48,380 firm fixed-price purchase order to Gwilliam Company, Inc., a veteran-owned small business manufacturer based in New Milford, Connecticut, for the procurement of 82 units of annular ball bearings (National Stock Number 3110001588277). The contract was awarded on August 26, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of February 2, 2026, allowing 162 days for delivery to DLA Distribution. This procurement was issued as a Request for Quote with no set-aside designation, making it available to all qualified contractors. The bearings represent critical components essential for maintaining, repairing, and ensuring the operational readiness of military aircraft, engines, and associated aviation systems across the U.S. Department of Defense.

Gwilliam Company's Ball & Roller Bearing Division has established itself as a strategic supplier to DLA Aviation, currently maintaining five Indefinite Delivery Vehicle contracts valued between $250,000 and $862,882. The company's specialized expertise in high-precision bearing manufacturing for military applications, combined with its registered status in the System for Award Management since 1997, positions it as a key logistics partner for military aviation supply chains. This award reflects the ongoing demand for specialized bearing components across all military branches, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, supporting the broader mission of military readiness and operational sustainability.