Blue Ash Tool & Die Co Inc., a small business manufacturer based in Ohio specializing in precision defense aviation components, was awarded a $170,100 firm fixed-price purchase order by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation on November 24, 2025, for the procurement of lift bar fixtures (National Stock Number 2835010380487). The contract, which carries no set-aside designation, requires delivery of 30 units to DLA Distribution by October 15, 2026. This award originated from a competitive Request for Quote posted on October 1, 2025, with a submission deadline of October 9, 2025, and reflects the contractor's established capability in producing specialized ground support tooling and mechanical components for military aviation platforms.
This purchase order represents continued engagement with Blue Ash Tool & Die Co Inc., which maintains two significant small business set-aside indefinite delivery contracts with DLA Aviation and the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command, collectively valued at over $2.4 million. The company has demonstrated sustained strategic importance within the defense supply chain, particularly for the UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter program and related aviation logistics support. The Sharonville, Ohio performance location aligns with the contractor's established manufacturing footprint, and the 118-day delivery timeline allows adequate production capacity for the 30-unit requirement.