Purchase Order SPE7M425P5948

Juniper Elbow CO. Inc., a small business manufacturer specializing in maritime and aviation components located in Middle Village, New York, has been awarded a $24,765 firm fixed-price purchase order by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime division for rat guard ship components. The contract, designated as a total small business set-aside, carries an ultimate completion date of January 26, 2026, and was awarded on August 14, 2025. Rat guards are protective devices installed on vessels to prevent rodent infiltration, representing a critical maintenance component for naval and maritime operations. This award aligns with Juniper Elbow's established role as a reliable supplier of specialized maritime hardware and structural components to the Department of Defense.

The contract reflects the company's positioning within DLA's supply chain for small business maritime procurement. Juniper Elbow has demonstrated consistent capability through multiple prior contracts with DLA Land and Maritime and has served as a subcontractor on major naval shipbuilding programs, including DDG-class destroyers and the LHA-9 amphibious assault ship for Huntington Ingalls Incorporated. The award is structured as a purchase order under firm fixed-price terms, providing budget certainty for the government while leveraging the vendor's established manufacturing and delivery capabilities for this specialized maritime component.