Aerol LLC
Albion, MI Part of Caster Concepts Inc.
- UEI
- Z4Y1VNMGBEE5
- CAGE
- 83445
- Primary NAICS
- 332510 Hardware Manufacturing
- SAM.gov registration
- Active through
Company facts
- FY2025 rankings
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership
- Other NAICS codes in SAM.gov
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- 331221 Rolled Steel Shape Manufacturing
- 332111 Iron and Steel Forging
- 332313 Plate Work Manufacturing
- 332322 Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing
- 332710 Machine Shops
- 332721 Precision Turned Product Manufacturing
- 332999 All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
- 333922 Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing
- Corporate family
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Parent
Albion, MI
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Parent
Albion, MI
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- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 16000 W Michigan Ave, Albion, MI 49224, USA
- Website
- aerol.com
- Employees
- 11-50
- Estimated annual revenue
- $1M-$10M
- Industry
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- Industrials
- Capital Goods
- Industrial Conglomerates
- Industrials & Manufacturing
- SIC code
- 39 Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries
- Profiles
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Contract obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Obligated |
|---|---|
| FY2027 To date | $0 |
| FY2026 | $861,655 |
| FY2025 | $1,426,316 |
| FY2024 | $535,152 |
| FY2023 | $915,605 |
Top agencies by obligations
| Rank | Agency | Obligated, FY2026–FY2027 | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Defense Logistics Agency | $674,903 | |
| 2 | Air Force | $186,752 |
Contract awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lock assembly, aircr | Aviation (DLA) | $10,329 | |
| Plate, backing, brake | Land and Maritime (DLA) | $3,130 | |
| Wheel, caster | Land and Maritime (DLA) | $1,438 | |
| Caster assembly, air | Aviation (DLA) | $22,112 | |
| Cable assembly, spec | Aviation (DLA) | $8,265 |
Latest 5 listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Contract subawards
| Prime contractor | Prime award | Amount | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boeing Company | FA852624F0002 | $81,375 | |
| Lockheed Martin Corporation | FA861520F0001 | $68,026 |
Similar vendors
| Vendor | Location | Primary NAICS |
|---|---|---|
| Caster Concepts Inc. | Albion, MI | 332510 Hardware Manufacturing |
| IAO Industries LLC | Jackson, MI | 332510 Hardware Manufacturing |
| Preece Incorporated | — | 332912 Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing |
| Cignys | Saginaw, MI | 332999 All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing |
| Caster Works And Material Handling, Inc. | Archdale, NC | 332510 Hardware Manufacturing |
About the company
Aerol LLC, a division of Caster Concepts Inc., manufactures industrial hardware components and mobility products—casters, wheels, brake assemblies, lock sets, and related mechanical parts—and operates as a prime contractor almost exclusively with the Defense Logistics Agency across single-award indefinite delivery contracts valued at $250,000 to $350,000 each. The Albion, Michigan–based company is a self-certified small disadvantaged business that competes predominantly under no-set-aside (full and open) and total small business set-aside vehicles, with the latter appearing more frequently on recent awards.
Aerol's federal footprint is heavily concentrated with DLA's Land and Maritime division, which accounts for 430 of 561 total awards (76.6% of activity) and $20.6 million of the $24.4 million combined potential value (84.4% of dollars). DLA Aviation follows distantly with 79 awards ($2.7 million), and DLA Troop Support Construction and Equipment holds 43 awards ($683 thousand). This concentration reflects a highly specialized supplier model: Aerol holds at least 25 active indefinite delivery contracts across DLA divisions, each capped at $250,000 to $350,000, through which the agency issues task orders for standardized industrial hardware and mobility components. Representative prime work includes a $350,000 IDC (Total Small Business set-aside, Jan 2026, DLA Land and Maritime) for brake shoes, a $350,000 IDC (Total Small Business set-aside, Nov 2025, DLA Aviation) for caster assemblies and diverse mobility products, and numerous $250,000 single-award IDCs for swivel casters, rigid casters, wheel assemblies, brake drums, and retaining clips. Recent delivery orders under these vehicles show order values typically in the $1,500–$35,000 range. Aerol also holds one subcontract—a Boeing C-17 virtual fleet material requirement (awarded Feb 2026)—representing minimal sub footprint.
Activity peaked in 2022 (176 awards) and has declined to 24 awards year-to-date in 2026. The recompete cliff is minimal, with only one award ($20 thousand) due to complete within the next 24 months, indicating Aerol's indefinite delivery vehicle structure generates rolling task orders rather than fixed-term procurement exposure. Top product categories span Hardware Manufacturing (177 awards), Motor Vehicle Brake System Manufacturing (83 awards), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (66 awards), and Bolt/Nut/Screw/Rivet/Washer Manufacturing (49 awards). Product Service Code concentration centers on Hardware, Commercial (230 awards) and Vehicular Brake, Steering, Axle, Wheel, and Track Components (161 awards).
Aerol operates as a manufacturing division of parent entity Caster Concepts Inc., also a self-certified small disadvantaged business. The parent structure carries no stated secondary subsidiaries; all federal contract activity flows through the Aerol LLC division name. Aerol's award distribution—with 559 of 561 awards (99.6%) as prime and only 2 as sub—underscores a prime-contractor-centric model oriented toward DLA's recurring consumable hardware procurement cycles. The vendor's competitive posture is full and open on the majority of recent dollars but maintains total small business set-aside presence on roughly one-third of indexed IDC vehicles, reflecting DLA's deliberate support for small disadvantaged business suppliers in the industrial hardware supply chain.
SBA capabilities narrative
Aerol is a US-based OEM specializing in mission-critical mobility and precision-engineered ground support equipment for aerospace and defense. Founded in 1940 as a Lockheed division, and with 80+ years of expertise, we deliver MIL-SPEC compliant solutions designed for extreme environments and high-consequence operations. Our vertically integrated, AS9100D-certified facility houses our team of 15 multidisciplinary engineers (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, software) capable of rapid prototyping and high-capacity production. We specialize in heavy-duty casters and wheels (up to 50,000 lbs), running gear, and MMHE engineered for shock and vibration resistance. Aerol maintains 800+ NSNs and partners directly with DOD engineering depots (NAWCAD, NAVSEA, NAVAIR), the DOE, and Tier 1 OEMs. We support programs spanning military/commercial aircraft, UAVs, ordnance, and Navy shipboard applications with short lead times and rigorous quality standards.
Quick answers
Is Aerol LLC registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Aerol LLC's SAM.gov registration is active through May 19, 2027.
How much has Aerol LLC received in federal contracts?
Federal contracts obligated $1,426,316 to Aerol LLC in fiscal year 2025 and $3,738,728 in fiscal years 2023 through 2027.
How does Aerol LLC rank among federal contractors?
Aerol LLC ranked #18 in NAICS 332721, #49 in NAICS 33634 and #83 in PSC 2330 in FY2025.
What is Aerol LLC's most recent federal award?
Aerol LLC's most recent federal contract award is Lock assembly, aircr (SPE4A526P5405), from Aviation (DLA), on June 25, 2026.
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