Kolene Corp
Detroit, MI
Company facts
- FY2025 rankings
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Corporate Entity (Not Tax Exempt)
- Other NAICS codes in SAM.gov
- Corporate family
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- Upton Industries Inc. · Roseville, MI MSGJKLRBCML7
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- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 12890 Westwood St, Detroit, MI 48223, USA
- Website
- kolene.com
- Founded
- 1939
- Employees
- 51-250
- Estimated annual revenue
- $10M-$50M
- Industry
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- Materials
- Chemicals
- Commodity Chemicals
- SIC code
- 73 Business Services
- 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 | $373,649 |
| FY2025 | $187,944 |
| FY2024 | $527,447 |
| FY2023 | $40,423 |
Top agencies by obligations
| Rank | Agency | Obligated, FY2026–FY2027 | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Department of the Army | $353,701 | |
| 2 | Air Force | $19,948 |
Contract awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolene salt no. 6 (K6) | TACOM Life Cycle Management Command (AMC) | $817,140 | |
| Kolene salt | TACOM Life Cycle Management Command (AMC) | $22,800 | |
| PM: molten salt bath | Air Force Sustainment Center (AFMC) | $115,766 | |
| Kolene salt delivery order | ACC Warren | $102,600 | |
| Preventive service and emergency repairs - kolene molten salt bath | TACOM Life Cycle Management Command (AMC) | $321,991 |
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About the company
Kolene Corp is a veteran-owned, for-profit manufacturer specializing in advanced surface treatment technologies and metal cleaning chemistries. Established in 1939 and headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, the company has been registered to receive federal awards since 2001. Kolene Corp primarily serves the U.S. Department of Defense, providing proprietary molten salt bath solutions, preventative maintenance services, and emergency repairs for molten salt bath cleaning systems. These specialized chemical formulations and services are crucial for industrial cleaning processes, particularly in removing oils, greases, and coatings from engine components during remanufacturing operations across various military branches.
Through its federal contract awards, Kolene Corp has supplied a range of products and services to defense agencies, with a focus on the Army and Air Force. The company has received multiple awards from the TACOM Life Cycle Management Command for the delivery of Kolene salt, including Kolene No. 6 thermochemical cleaning salt and Kolene K6 molten salt, to support production processes at facilities such as the Anniston Army Depot. Notable contracts include a $1,452,480 award for Kolene No. 6 salt and a $499,406 contract for preventive maintenance and emergency repair services for a Kolene Molten Salt Bath Cleaning System. The Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex, part of the Air Force Materiel Command, has also awarded Kolene contracts for molten salt bath materials and related services. Some of Kolene's contracts have been set aside for small businesses, while others have been sole-source awards due to the company's status as the original equipment manufacturer. In addition to prime contracts, Kolene Corp has received subcontract awards for materials from Consolidated Nuclear Security, LLC, further demonstrating its role in supporting various defense and energy-related operations. The company's expertise in developing and supplying these specialized chemical formulations and maintenance services has made it a critical partner in supporting manufacturing and maintenance operations across the U.S. military.
Quick answers
Is Kolene Corp registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Kolene Corp's SAM.gov registration is active through March 2, 2027.
What is Kolene Corp's CAGE code?
Kolene Corp's CAGE code is 98226, and its Unique Entity ID (UEI) is FZ4JLN5KU187.
How much has Kolene Corp received in federal contracts?
Federal contracts obligated $187,944 to Kolene Corp in fiscal year 2025 and $1,129,463 in fiscal years 2023 through 2027.
How does Kolene Corp rank among federal contractors?
Kolene Corp ranked #18 in PSC J068, #30 in PSC 6850 and #59 in NAICS 325998 in FY2025.
What is Kolene Corp's most recent federal award?
Kolene Corp's most recent federal contract award is Kolene salt no. 6 (K6) (W911KF24C0005), from TACOM Life Cycle Management Command (AMC), on March 26, 2024.
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