If you're a prime contractor working on government projects, you know the drill: small business subcontracting goals, veteran-owned business requirements, and the endless paperwork to document compliance. Finding suppliers that actually meet the requirements—and can deliver quality products on government timelines—is harder than the regulations suggest.
Stanlo Automation is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with an active CAGE code. But this post isn't about checking boxes. It's about why working with a veteran-owned supplier for industrial automation parts actually makes your project run smoother.
What a CAGE Code Means for Your Procurement
A CAGE (Commercial and Government Entity) code means:
- We're registered and verified in the government's supplier database
- Our business is validated and trackable
- We can receive purchase orders directly from government contracts
- Documentation and invoicing meet federal requirements
For prime contractors, this simplifies the subcontracting process. You're not chasing paperwork or hoping a supplier can figure out government invoicing requirements.
Small Business Subcontracting Goals
Federal contracts above certain thresholds require prime contractors to establish subcontracting plans that include small business participation. When you purchase automation parts from Stanlo Automation, those dollars count toward:
One supplier, three categories of compliance credit.
What We Actually Supply
This isn't about government procurement theory. It's about getting parts. Government and defense contractors need industrial automation components for:
- Facility maintenance: PLCs, drives, and HMIs keeping bases, depots, and installations running
- Manufacturing: Automation equipment for defense production contracts
- Test systems: Control components for test stands and qualification equipment
- Ship and vehicle systems: Replacement parts for onboard automation
- R&D and prototyping: Components for development programs
We stock and source parts from manufacturers including Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, Mitsubishi, Fanuc, B&R, and dozens of others.
Speed Matters in Government Procurement
Anyone who has worked on government contracts knows that procurement can move slowly—until suddenly it doesn't. When a project finally gets funded and approved, the timeline becomes urgent.
What We Deliver
Fast quote turnaround—usually same day
Clear documentation of part condition and warranty
Expedited shipping when schedules demand it
Proper invoicing that meets government requirements
Quality Assurance for Government Work
Government projects often have quality requirements beyond commercial standards. We provide:
- Part traceability: Documentation of part origin and condition
- Testing records: Verification that parts are functional before shipping
- Warranty coverage: 12-month warranty on all parts
- Condition certification: Clear identification of new surplus, refurbished, or used parts
How to Order
Government purchase orders are welcome. We accept:
- Standard POs with NET 30 terms for established accounts
- Credit card purchases for faster processing
- Wire transfer for larger orders
For subcontracting documentation, we can provide verification of our SDVOSB status, CAGE code, and small business certifications upon request.