Purchase Order SPE4A719P1343

Eltee Tool & Die LLC, a veteran-owned small business manufacturer based in Johnson City, New York, was awarded a firm fixed-price purchase order on October 26, 2018, valued at $3,100 for the production of an airfoil rib and government first article test. The contract, which originated from a total small business set-aside solicitation posted in July 2018, was funded by the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation and performed at the contractor's Johnson City facility, with an ultimate completion date of April 23, 2023. This procurement represents part of the broader DLA Aviation strategy to source specialized aerospace components from qualified small businesses capable of meeting rigorous defense manufacturing standards.

Eltee Tool & Die LLC has established itself as a critical supplier to the Department of Defense through its focus on precision manufacturing of aerospace components and structural elements for military aircraft. The company's extensive track record with DLA Aviation includes over 100 prime federal contracts covering aircraft skins, fairings, firewalls, ribs, airfoils, and associated assemblies. This particular purchase order for an airfoil rib aligns with the contractor's core manufacturing capabilities and contributes to maintaining the supply chain for military aviation readiness and operational support across various military branches.