What Maddox Defense does

Maddox Defense is a privately held U.S. government contractor that designs, manufactures, and distributes tactical military equipment, medical personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency response vehicles, and clean-technology infrastructure products for federal, state, and allied government customers. Founded in 2011 by Jason Maddox as a successor to Mar-vel International, the company holds DLA Troop Support TLS Prime Vendor status and operates through DOD EMALL and GSA contracting vehicles alongside an authorized dealer network. Core capabilities include in-house Berry Compliant sewn-goods manufacturing, RF welding, FLOW waterjet metal fabrication, and (as of February 2026) a joint venture with NUBURU for containerized mobile additive manufacturing of drone and counter-drone components. The product portfolio spans night vision monoculars (PVS-14/PVS-7), cold weather gear, tactical nylon, military targets, Class II ambulances, mobile hospitals, electric vehicles, EV charging stations, and solar power systems. The company has demonstrated surge-scale manufacturing capacity, peaking at over 400,000 sqft and 3,000 workers during the 2020-2021 COVID PPE response, and has executed major federal contracts including a $72M DLA logistics award and participation in a $410M IDIQ coalition for U.S.-made COVID test kits. Maddox Defense runs three U.S. manufacturing facilities (San Diego, Houston, Las Vegas) and distributes internationally through authorized partners in Malaysia and Singapore, with a stated JV target of approximately $100M in annual revenue by 2028.

Name

Maddox Defense

Legal name

Maddox Defense, Inc.

Website

https://maddoxdefense.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Maddox Defense is a privately held U.S. government contractor manufacturing tactical military equipment, medical PPE, emergency response vehicles, and clean-tech infrastructure (EVs, solar, fuel services) for federal, military, and state government customers via DLA, DOD, and GSA procurement channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Defense and Military Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641), Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414), Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft (3721), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760)

akta.pro primary industry

VTOL & Hybrid UAV Platforms (IMABAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Demilitarization, Disposal & Ordnance Remediation (EOD Support) (IMABAHAM), IFF/Identification, Beaconing & Cooperative Surveillance Systems (IMABAGAF)

Keywords

• Tactical military equipment
• Medical PPE supplies
• Government contracting services
• Emergency response vehicles
• Defense logistics solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government product sales: Direct product sales to U.S. government agencies, military branches, and USSOCOM through DLA contracts, TLS Prime Vendor, DOD EMALL, and GSA contracting vehicles. Products include tactical gear, PPE, vehicles, medical supplies, and military equipment.
2. Logistics and trucking services: Trucking and logistics services for government contracts, including delivery of COVID test kits and strategic national stockpile logistics.
3. Fuel products and transportation: Sale and transportation of fuel products (gasoline, diesel, marine fuel, jet fuel) across the United States via pipeline, truck, rail, and barge.
4. Defense JV with NUBURU: Joint venture with NUBURU for mobile additive manufacturing of drone components and counter-drone defense systems, targeting U.S. government and allied defense contracts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Maddox Defense manufactures and supplies USA-made tactical military equipment, medical PPE, emergency response solutions, and clean technology infrastructure to U.S. government agencies, military branches, and USSOCOM. The company produces Berry Compliant sewn goods, night vision systems, dive gear, MREs, mobile hospitals, ambulances, electric vehicles, EV charging stations, and solar power systems through DLA TLS Prime Vendor, DOD EMALL, and GSA contracting vehicles. Most recently, the company entered a joint venture with NUBURU to develop a Mobile Additive Manufacturing Container (MAMC) platform for producing drone components and counter-drone systems.

Product overview

Maddox Defense is a diversified U.S. government contractor offering a broad portfolio of tactical military equipment, healthcare/medical supplies, emergency services products, and clean technology solutions. The company's core offerings include Special Operations Equipment (night vision systems like PVS-14 and PVS-7, tactical sewn goods, cold weather gear, dive equipment, and military targets), medical PPE (N95 masks, surgical gowns, gloves, iHealth COVID tests), emergency response solutions (250-bed mobile hospitals, ambulances, MREs), and infrastructure technology (electric vehicles, EV charging stations, solar power systems, fuel transportation). The company operates a joint venture with NUBURU for Mobile Additive Manufacturing Container (MAMC) platforms producing drone components and counter-drone systems. Products are primarily sold through U.S. government contracting channels including DLA TLS Prime Vendor, DOD EMALL, and GSA schedules. Manufacturing is conducted in U.S. facilities with Berry Compliant and domestic content requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Maddox Defense Medical: Medical equipment and protective gear subsidiary
• Maddox Medical
• Proguardeum
• Stinger Solar Kits
• Neptune Tactical
• Zombie Industries

Products and services

• Special Operations Equipment Comprehensive range of tactical gear and equipment for U.S. Special Operations and all military branches including Combat Medical Equipment, Tactical Sewn Goods, OCIE & PPE, Optics, Expeditionary Energy, Diving Equipment, Chem/Bio Warfare Protection, Expeditionary Products, and Mobility solutions.
• Cold Weather Gear Extreme cold weather protection gear for military and tactical operations including Gen III ECWCS Level 6 Jacket with GORE-TEX fabric, MD-X Extreme Cold Weather Hand Warmers (standard and heated versions), MD PT Fleece Watch Caps, and balaclavas.
• Night Vision Systems (PVS-14, PVS-7) Military-grade night vision monoculars and goggles, including the PVS-14 (current U.S. military issue monocular) and PVS-7 Gen 3+ Level 2 autogated biocular goggle, for nighttime tactical operations.
• Tactical Sewn Goods Berry Compliant USA-made sewn tactical gear including Ares Combat XII Pack, MD Helmet Covers, OCP Patrol Hats, Jungle Warfare Boonie Hats, Ares Huskey Amentum Slider Sling, and tactical nylon equipment.
• Military Targets Semi-self-sealing plastic military targets (E-Type, F-Type, Full Ivan) designed for DOD turning target systems with lifespans of thousands of rounds, including target pasters for marksmanship training.
• Tactical Weapons Lights Remote-controlled tactical weapon lights with up to 347.5 lumens output, compatible with AR-15, AK-47, and Picatinny rail systems, featuring 8-level output adjustment, strobe, and IR variants.
• MD FALKON DPV (Desert Patrol Vehicle) Hydrogen fuel/biofuel fast attack vehicle (FAV)/light tactical vehicle (LTV) equipped with Hessgen Hydrogen Fuel System delivering 500+ horsepower, 160 mph top speed, and 65% reduction in carbon emissions for tactical military operations.
• Class II Ambulance Emergency medical transport ambulance featuring a spacious patient compartment, adjustable stretcher bed, advanced navigation and communication systems, and rugged construction for emergency response operations.
• MREs (Meals Ready-to-Eat) Genuine U.S. military surplus rations providing approximately 1,250 calories per meal with extended shelf life for deployed military personnel and emergency operations.
• Military Dive Gear Military dive equipment including UDT Dive Masks and waterproof drybags designed for underwater tactical operations by special operations forces.
• Stinger Tactical Solar Kit (Expeditionary Power) 120W Tactical Solar Kit with flexible lightweight solar panel, military charging system, and extension cable for expeditionary power generation in field operations; MSRP $2,899.99.
• 60kW TQG Generator Set 60kW TQG (Tactical Quiet Generator) MEP-806B, fully enclosed skid-mounted portable generator unit for military and emergency power applications.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Medical PPE including N95 respirator masks, surgical masks, isolation gowns, medical gloves, and disinfectant products; official supplier to the U.S. Strategic National Stockpile for federal pandemic response.
• iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Rapid antigen test for COVID-19 detection by iHealth, supplied through Maddox Defense's government medical supply chain at MSRP $16.99.
• Mobile Hospital (250-Bed) Deployable 250-bed mobile hospital facility designed for emergency medical response and disaster relief operations.
• Single-Patient Stethoscope Dedicated single-patient stethoscope designed to reduce cross-transmission risk between patients in clinical settings; MSRP $15.99.
• Electric Vehicles for Government Fleets Fleet electrification solutions including Cutaway Vans, Logistics Vans, Right-Hand Drive Vans, Urban Trucks, and School Buses paired with turnkey micro-grid electrical generation systems for government fleet transition.
• EV Charging Stations Level 2 and DC Fast Charging stations, networked charging stations with management tools, solar-powered charging, and portable charging solutions for commercial and government fleet electrification.
• Solar Power Systems Turnkey solar power solutions including design, engineering, construction, installation, financing via Energy as a Service or Power Purchase Agreements, and grid integration for government and commercial customers.
• Fuel Transportation Services Comprehensive fuel products and transportation services via pipelines, trucks, rail, and barges, supplying gasoline, diesel, marine fuel, and jet fuel across the United States.
• Oil and Gas Services Comprehensive oil and gas industry support including exploration and production support, logistics and transportation, facility construction and maintenance, and safety and environmental solutions.
• Mobile Additive Manufacturing Container (MAMC) Platform Modular, containerized, mobile additive manufacturing platform developed through a joint venture with NUBURU for producing drone components, counter-drone systems, and mission-critical defense parts. Deployed at Maddox Defense's 90,000 sq ft Houston, Texas facility.
• ACP - MD Medical Amphibious Corpsman Pack Diveable waterproof dry bag backpack for medical equipment in waterborne military operations, featuring 1000D Cordura exterior, waterproof zippers, removable dry medical pouches, and dry valve; MSRP $1,699.99.
• Expeditionary Waterproof Fold-Drybags Lightweight waterproof packsacks with roll-top closure made of PU coated taffeta nylon for expeditionary storage; MSRP $99.99.

Quantifiable outcome

• Delivered 73 million isolation gowns through January 2021 under DLA Strategic National Stockpile contract
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NUBURU / Nuburu Defense LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026NUBURU and its subsidiary Nuburu Defense, LLC entered into a Contractual Joint Venture Agreement with Maddox Defense Incorporated on February 26, 2026, to develop a modular, containerized, mobile additive manufacturing platform (MAMC) for producing drone components and mission-critical defense parts. Phase I: Nuburu funded up to $4,000,000 for development of the first full operating container at Maddox's U.S. facility, with reimbursement plus 10% governance allocation. Phase II establishes NewCo owned 60% by Nuburu and 40% by Maddox as exclusive commercial vehicle for U.S. and EU/NATO defense contracts. Nuburu receives priority profit distributions until reimbursable amount is fully repaid. Initial five-year term with automatic one-year renewals. JV targets approximately $100 million in annual revenue by 2028, targeting a $20B+ counter-drone and electronic warfare market.
• Access BiocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 December 2022Access Bio was awarded a DLA IDIQ contract valued at up to $410 million for US-made COVID test kits, with Maddox Defense as part of the US coalition supporting the contract. Maddox Defense provides logistics and supply chain support for delivery of test kits across HHS warehouses.
• AirBoss Defense Group (ADG)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 December 2022AirBoss Defense Group partnered with Maddox Defense as part of the US coalition supporting Access Bio's DLA COVID test kit contract. ADG leads the coalition and expects to generate $19 million in revenue over six months from the first order of approximately $205 million.
• National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) BahamasminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 March 2022Maddox Defense awarded contract to supply 28-foot Hyrdatail trucks to NEMA in the Bahamas for emergency response and disaster management operations, in partnership with U.S. Northern Command and government policy leaders in the Bahamas region.
• Darley DefensecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 September 2021Darley Defense partnered with Maddox Defense to supply The Bahamas Ministry of Health with COVID-19 vaccination supplies including cryogenic freezers for 400,000 vaccine doses. Maddox Defense provided all necessary supplies through this partnership.
• Edwards Sales CompanyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized product representative for Maddox Defense located in Milton, GA. Serves government and tactical gear customers in the southeastern U.S.
• Team 1 Defense GroupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized product representative for Maddox Defense located in Murrieta, CA. Serves military and government customers in Southern California.
• The Marshall GroupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized product representative for Maddox Defense located in Boone, NC. Serves government and tactical gear customers in the Appalachian region.
• Pacific Defense SupplycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Maddox Defense with DOD EMALL, GSA, and SDVOSB certifications. Located in Oceanside, CA. One of the primary channel partners for government sales.
• Darley DefensecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Maddox Defense with TLS SOE, TLS FES, and GSA certifications. Located in Itasca, IL. Major channel partner for government tactical gear and emergency equipment sales.
• Quantico Tactical SupplycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Maddox Defense with TLS SOE and GSA certifications. Located in Aberdeen, NC. Serves military and government customers near Fort Bragg.
• ADS (ADS LLC)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Maddox Defense with TLS SOE, TLS FES, and GSA certifications. Located in Virginia Beach, VA. Major government equipment distributor.
• Alpha One SourceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Maddox Defense with DOD EMALL and GSA certifications. Located in Hampton, VA.
• ARG TacticalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Maddox Defense with GSA certification. Located in Phoenix, AZ.
• Shore SolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Maddox Defense. Located in Imperial Beach, CA.
• Ahern RentalsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Maddox Defense. Located in Las Vegas, NV.
• AmazonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmazon listed as authorized online sales channel for Maddox Defense products for consumer purchasing.
• Tactical Gear Supply (Malaysia)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for Maddox Defense products in Malaysia, located in Kuala Lumpur.
• Force 21 Equipment Pte Ltd (Singapore)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for Maddox Defense products in Singapore, located at CWT Logistics Hub.
• Elendil Private LimitedminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for Maddox Defense products in Singapore.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Blackhawk Products Group: Direct competitor in tactical equipment, packs, slings, and weapon accessories sold through federal procurement channels — overlapping with Maddox's tactical nylon, slings, and weapons light product lines.
• CamelBak Products: Direct competitor in tactical hydration, drybags, and expeditionary packs for military and SOF — overlapping with Maddox's expeditionary waterproof drybags and dive gear offerings.
• FirstSpear: SOF-focused tactical equipment maker producing tube and platform-style carriers and operational apparel — comparable to Maddox's special operations sewn goods and tactical nylon business.
• 5.11 Tactical: Direct competitor in tactical sewn goods, packs, and apparel serving military, law enforcement, and federal agencies — overlapping product categories with Maddox's tactical nylon, ECWCS cold weather, and OCP uniform lines.
• NUBURU, Inc. JV partner and direct collaborator in Mobile Additive Manufacturing Container (MAMC) platform for counter-drone and defense component manufacturing — also independently competing in adjacent blue-laser additive manufacturing markets.
• AirBoss Defense Group: Direct competitor and coalition partner in DLA COVID test kit logistics ($410M IDIQ) — comparable to Maddox as a Tier 1 defense supplier providing PPE, CBRN, and tactical solutions to U.S. military and federal agencies.
• Propper International: Direct competitor in Berry compliant military apparel, uniforms, and tactical gear sold to all U.S. military branches through DLA contracts — closely comparable to Maddox's combat clothing and OCP product lines.
• ADS, Inc. Largest direct competitor and historical partner — Mar-vel International (Maddox's predecessor) merged with ADS in 2008. ADS is a major Tier 1 federal equipment distributor serving all U.S. military branches with tactical gear, medical supplies, and COTS equipment through similar DLA and GSA contracting vehicles.
• Mystery Ranch: Military-focused pack and load-carriage equipment maker serving SOF and conventional forces — directly comparable to Maddox's Ares Combat XII Pack and tactical backpack product lines.
• Crye Precision: Specialized tactical apparel maker supplying USSOCOM and elite military units — directly comparable to Maddox's special operations sewn goods, combat clothing, and Berry compliant manufacturing capability.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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