A.J. Associates Manufacturing & Engineering CO. Inc., a small business manufacturer based in Clearwater, Florida, was awarded a $120,340 firm fixed-price purchase order by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation on July 2, 2025, for the procurement of 20 units of linear actuator heads (NSN 1650002161298). The contract, designated as a total small business set-aside, has an ultimate completion date of October 26, 2026, and represents a focused acquisition for specialized aerospace components used in military aircraft systems. The solicitation, posted on May 4, 2025, required electronic submission of quotes by May 12, 2025, and specified delivery to the DLA Distribution Depot at Hill in accordance with military specifications and digitized technical drawings.
A.J. Associates brings substantial relevant experience to this engagement, having established itself as a key supplier of precision aerospace hardware to DLA Aviation and DLA Land and Maritime through multiple indefinite delivery contracts with ceiling values ranging from $250,000 to $5 million. The company specializes in manufacturing critical aerospace components including structural assemblies, actuators, landing gear parts, and related hardware for military platforms such as the B-52 Stratofortress and UH-60 Helicopters. With advanced manufacturing capabilities including CNC machining, mechanical and hydraulic testing, and engineering support, A.J. Associates is well-positioned to fulfill DLA Aviation's requirements for these mission-critical linear actuation components within the specified delivery timeline.