Indefinite Delivery Contract SPE4A618D6817

The key products being delivered under this federal contract IDV award to Gwilliam Company, Inc. are cylindrical roller bearings, tapered roller bearings, self-aligning roller bearings, and other bearing types identified by specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs). The contract was awarded by the U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, a defense agency responsible for supplying parts and equipment to the U.S. military's aviation fleet. This single-award IDV contract has a ceiling value of $256,725 and a period of performance running through April 26, 2023. The contract does not utilize any set-asides. Gwilliam Company, a veteran-owned small business manufacturer based in New Milford, Connecticut, has received numerous task orders under this IDV to supply critical bearing components, with individual order values ranging from $12,300 to $27,000 and performance periods extending through 2023. These bearing products are essential for maintaining the operational readiness of military aircraft, engines, and associated aviation systems across the U.S. armed forces.

Gwilliam Company has a long-standing relationship with DLA Aviation, holding five active IDV contracts with the agency, four of which are set aside for small businesses. These IDVs, valued from $250,000 to $862,882, enable DLA to issue regular delivery orders to Gwilliam for needed quantities of bearings, ensuring a reliable supply of these critical components to support military aviation operations over the long term. Gwilliam's status as a veteran-owned small business manufacturer, its specialized product line, and its demonstrated ability to consistently fulfill orders for the Defense Department have solidified its position as a key supplier to DLA Aviation.