Indefinite Delivery Contract SPE4A726D0076

HC Merchandisers, Inc., a small disadvantaged woman-owned business based in Ontario, California, was awarded a single-award Indefinite Delivery Contract by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation with a ceiling value of $900,000 and an ultimate completion date of November 17, 2028. The contract, designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, authorizes DLA Aviation to issue firm fixed-price task orders for specialized aerospace and hardware components. HC Merchandisers has an established track record as a critical supplier to the Department of Defense, with expertise in manufacturing and supplying a diverse range of hardware components including fasteners, seals, cable assemblies, aircraft-specific parts, and other specialized aerospace and maritime components. The company's contract portfolio reflects consistent capability in meeting rigorous quality and delivery standards required by federal defense agencies.

Under this Indefinite Delivery Contract, a delivery order was issued on December 8, 2025, for a cap filler opening (National Stock Number 5342-014998358) valued at $50,330 with an ultimate completion date of April 3, 2026. The original solicitation, posted by DLA Aviation on May 8, 2025, sought this specific component through competitive procurement with evaluation criteria including price, past performance, and delivery capabilities. The procurement specified an estimated annual quantity of 14 units with a minimum delivery order of 3 units and a 116-day delivery timeframe, with inspection and acceptance occurring at origin and freight on board at destination. The Total Small Business set-aside designation reflects the government's commitment to supporting small business participation in the defense supply chain while ensuring continued access to critical components for military platforms and Department of Defense depots nationwide.