Purchase Order SPE4A625PY246

HC Merchandisers, Inc., a woman-owned small disadvantaged business based in Ontario, California, was awarded a firm fixed-price purchase order valued at $106,453.88 by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation on August 15, 2025, for the supply of self-locking nuts. This contract carries no set-aside designation and is scheduled for completion by September 7, 2027, with performance to be conducted in Ontario, California. The award reflects DLA Aviation's continued reliance on HC Merchandisers as a supplier of specialized hardware components and fasteners critical to military operations and maintenance activities.

HC Merchandisers, Inc. has established itself as a strategic supplier to federal defense agencies since its founding in 2001, with a portfolio encompassing diverse aerospace, maritime, and military hardware components. The company's existing contract vehicle with DLA includes multiple indefinite delivery contracts with ceiling values ranging from $250,000 to $1.52 million, many of which are designated as total small business set-asides. This purchase order for self-locking nuts demonstrates DLA Aviation's confidence in the company's ability to meet the rigorous quality and delivery standards required for defense-related supply chains, positioning HC Merchandisers as a key supplier supporting military readiness and equipment maintenance across Department of Defense depots.