Purchase Order SPE7M226V1408

Jo-Kell Inc., an SBA-certified Women-Owned Small Business headquartered in Chesapeake, Virginia, was awarded a $41,650 firm fixed-price purchase order by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime on January 12, 2026, for the supply of thermal release heaters (NSN 5999010386794). The contract, which carries no set-aside designation and is structured as an unrestricted competitive award, calls for delivery of 70 units to the DLA Distribution San Joaquin facility by May 17, 2027. This procurement falls under the agency's broader electrical and electronic equipment components procurement strategy, which supports critical maintenance and operational readiness requirements across Department of Defense installations and naval operations.

Jo-Kell Inc. was selected following a competitive Request for Quotation process posted on January 1, 2026, with an 11-day response window. The company's selection reflects its established expertise as a reliable supplier of specialized electrical components to federal defense organizations. This award is consistent with Jo-Kell Inc.'s extensive portfolio of contracts with the DLA Land and Maritime, including multiple Indefinite Delivery Contracts for electrical components such as thermal release heaters with a $250,000 ceiling value. The company's strong track record as both a prime contractor and subcontractor to major defense primes positions it well to execute delivery requirements within the specified 490-day timeline.