Purchase Order SPE4A724PC574

A.J. Associates Manufacturing & Engineering CO. Inc., a small business aerospace parts manufacturer based in Clearwater, Florida, was awarded a $22,536 firm fixed-price purchase order by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation on May 29, 2024, for structural support components. This total small business set-aside contract is scheduled for completion by March 12, 2026, and represents continued engagement with the vendor across DLA's aerospace logistics and maintenance operations. A.J. Associates specializes in precision aerospace hardware critical to military aviation platforms, including structural panels, fasteners, latches, and other components that support the sustained operational readiness of U.S. Department of Defense aircraft systems.

As an established supplier within the federal contracting community, A.J. Associates maintains a portfolio of indefinite delivery contracts with DLA Aviation and DLA Land and Maritime, with ceiling values ranging from $250,000 to $5 million. The company leverages advanced manufacturing capabilities including CNC machining, mechanical and hydraulic testing, and assembly operations to deliver mission-critical components. Beyond its prime contractor role, A.J. Associates supports major defense contractors such as Boeing and Lockheed Martin as a subcontractor, reinforcing its strategic importance to the defense industrial base for supplying specialized aerospace components to platforms including the B-52 Stratofortress and UH-60 Helicopters.