FALCONER – Another major U.S. Army contract has been secured by a Falconer business.

On Wednesday, U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy announced that Premier Precision Machining, doing business as Rand Machine Products, has won a share of a $211 million award to manufacture, test, produce and deliver mortar shell bodies and variants.

“The significance of this award cannot be understated,” Langworthy said. “Through its outstanding local workforce, Rand Machine has demonstrated its commitment to excellence and that is why it has been chosen as one of just three authorized suppliers for the manufacturing of these critical parts. Rand has proven itself to be a trusted partner of our U.S. Military and that is essential to the continued strength and growth of a company that is so important to the economic future of our region. I’m so proud our 23rd Congressional District is home to this incredible company.”

Rand Machine was just one of three companies nationwide to be authorized as part of this five-year IDIQ contract. Rand Machine expects to hire at least 20 additional employees over the next coming year to meet this demand.

Rand Machine has been providing products for global partners in the aerospace, defense, oil and gas, and transportation industries for over seven decades. They are known for their deep industry experience, on-time delivery, superior quality, and commitment to long-term business relationships.

“We are honored to announce our receipt of this significant award from the US Army to produce and test mortar shell bodies,” said Dan McKenrick, president and CEO of Premier Precision Machining. “This is the second Department of Defense five-year IDIQ awarded to Rand Machine Products this year and we look forward to expanding our business in the Falconer area. Our commitment to deliver the highest quality mortar bodies to the US Department of Defense and our international customers fills us with immense pride. This award demonstrates the continued confidence and trust the Defense Department has in our company and its dedicated employees.”

In February, the company was awarded a $47 million, five-year contract from the U.S. Army for the manufacturing and delivery of aviation suspension lugs. The plant has around 60 employees.