Chase Defense Partners
Chase Defense Partners is a Hampton, Virginia-based defense distributor and manufacturer's representative serving the U.S. Military with aviation ground support, tactical, diving, and shipboard equipment under GSA Schedule contracting. It operates exclusive military dealerships for multiple OEMs and adds proprietary couplings plus in-house manufacturing and training services.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2000
- HeadquartersHampton, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Chase Defense Partners does
Chase Defense Partners (legal entity: Chase Supply, Inc.) is a Hampton, Virginia-based technical sales, business development, manufacturing, and distribution company serving the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military markets. Founded in 2000 as an outgrowth of The Fielding Company (circa 1968) and rebranded to its current name in 2017, the company operates a 24,000 sqft headquarters and remote offices in San Diego, Washington, Wilmington, and Chicago, employing 11–50 people. Approximately 90% of revenue is sourced from government markets, with the U.S. Military as the sole named end-customer across aviation ground support equipment, tactical equipment, diving and chamber equipment, and shipboard components.
The company carries a broad product portfolio across four categories — Aviation GSE (avionics cooling couplings, PCA connectors, ducting, electrical cables, filters, pressure gauges, regulators, valves and fittings, desiccant breathers, nitrogen charging carts), Tactical Equipment (VBSS gear, OTB boots, S&S Precision tactical platforms, carbon fiber ladders), Diving & Chamber Equipment (JFD rebreathers, Shearwater dive computers, Analox gas analyzers, UTC acoustic comms, BARE drysuits, Divex helium reclaim), and Shipboard Components (Micro Motion/Rosemount flowmeters, oil sampling, Titanium Marine heat exchangers). Proprietary technology includes patented Chase Defense Avionics Cooling Couplings qualified on F-16, F-22, and F-35 aircraft and a patent-pending Glide Guide Tool. In-house capabilities cover engineering, manufacturing, pressure testing, assembly, fabrication, ASTM G93 oxygen cleaning, and end-user product training.
Chase Defense Partners monetizes primarily through product distribution and authorized/exclusive military dealership relationships with 20+ defense OEMs (including exclusive military distribution for Perma-Cal pressure gauges and Titanium Marine heat exchangers), supplemented by in-house manufacturing of nitrogen charging carts and flexible ducting and by professional services for end-user training and technical support. Pricing is quote-based via GSA Schedule 19:047QSMS25D003R with multi-year contract cadence. The company is differentiated by ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, NATO AQAP-2110, ITAR/DDTC, DCAA, and DCMA accreditations, with DSS-SOC LEVEL 1 NAVSUP approval, positioning it as a compliance-ready small-business partner within DoD procurement channels.
Chase Defense Partners firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Chase Defense Partners
- Legal name
- Chase Supply, Inc.
- Website
- https://chasedefense.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2000
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Chase Defense Partners is a Hampton, Virginia-based defense distributor and manufacturer's representative serving the U.S. Military with aviation ground support, tactical, diving, and shipboard equipment under GSA Schedule contracting. It operates exclusive military dealerships for multiple OEMs and adds proprietary couplings plus in-house manufacturing and training services.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Chase Defense Partners industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Defense Equipment Distribution and Manufacturing
- SIC
- Aircraft & Parts (3720)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Defense Acquisition, Procurement & Contracting (BPAIAHAB)
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Where Chase Defense Partners is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Hampton
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices6 records
Markets served
Chase Defense Partners business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain
Revenue model
- Product Sales and Distribution: Chase Defense Partners generates revenue through technical sales and distribution of defense equipment to government agencies. They serve as authorized dealers and distributors for multiple manufacturer partners, selling aviation ground support equipment, tactical equipment, diving/chamber equipment, and shipboard components. Approximately 90% of their business involves government markets.
- Manufacturing and Assembly Services: In-house engineering, manufacturing, pressure testing, assembly, and fabrication services for defense equipment including flexible ducting, nitrogen charging carts, and custom products.
- Product Support and Training: End-user product training and technical support services for military customers using their distributed products.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | GSA Schedule contracting for government buyers |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels3 records
Chase Defense Partners product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Chase Defense Partners operates as a technical sales, business development, engineering, manufacturing, and distribution company serving U.S. military and federal government agencies. It supplies aviation ground support equipment, tactical equipment, diving and chamber equipment, and shipboard components as an authorized dealer for multiple brand partners, while also performing in-house engineering, manufacturing, pressure testing, assembly, fabrication, oxygen cleaning, end-user training, and technical support. Approximately 90% of business involves government markets, with products procured through GSA Schedule contracting.
Product overview
Chase Defense Partners is a defense equipment distributor and manufacturer's representative offering a comprehensive portfolio of products across four main categories: Aviation Ground Support Equipment (avionics couplings, PCA connectors, ducting, electrical cables, filters, pressure gauges, regulators, valves, nitrogen charging carts), Tactical Equipment (VBSS entry gear, tactical boots, precision equipment, carbon fiber ladders), Diving & Chamber Equipment (military rebreathers, dive computers, life preservers, gas analyzers, acoustic communications, drysuits/wetsuits, helium reclaim systems), and Shipboard Components (flowmeters, oil sample bottles, marine heat exchangers). The company serves as authorized dealer/distributor for multiple brand partners including TESCOM, CPV, Des-Case, JFD, Shearwater, Analox, UTC, Perma-Cal, Titanium Marine, and others, combined with proprietary products like the patent-pending Glide Guide Tool and Chase Defense Avionics Cooling Couplings.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Avionics Couplings Patented Chase Defense cooling couplings for aircraft avionics systems, compatible with MS16052 aircraft nipples on F-16, F-22, F-35 and other military aircraft, featuring welded ring design to prevent O-ring blowout.
- PCA Connectors & Adapters Full line of pre-conditioned air connectors, adapters, and couplings featuring patented welded ring technology to prevent O-ring blowout, for aviation ground support applications.
- Ducting / Flexible Hose Engineered flexible ducting for Environmental Control Units (ECU), fuel-fired heaters, flight line cooling carts, and shipyard ventilation applications, built to mil-spec including AS38386 and AS7365 in partnership with ABC Industries.
- Electrical Cables Ground power cables from PAGE GSE including 400Hz, 28v DC, 270v DC, 480v systems, and Fast Charging Systems designed for aviation ground support equipment.
- High-Pressure Filters Chase Filter Company high-pressure filters for air, oxygen, gas, hydraulic fluid, engine lubricant, fuel, and water applications, including 25 Series (6,000 PSI), 43 Series (20,000 PSI), 50 Series (6,000 PSI), 33 Series (30,000 PSI), and 21/23 Series filters.
- Glide Guide Tool Patent-pending tool for installing Wiggins and clam-shell style fittings, with aircraft-specific kits and custom kits available.
- Pressure Gauges Perma-Cal exclusive-military-distributor pressure gauges including process and precision test gauges, caisson gauges, Skydrol gauges, pneumo depth gauges, aerospace gauges, and Mil-Spec gauges (Mil-G-18997, Mil-C-7734, MS28063).
- Regulators TESCOM brand pressure regulators including manifolds/changeover regulators, pressure reducing regulators, back pressure regulators, on/off shutoff valves, and electropneumatic controllers.
- Valves and Fittings CPV precision fittings and valves including globe valves, angle valves, off-set valves, welded valves, cartridges, instrument valves, check valves, relief valves, union nuts, tube fittings, and pipe fittings.
- Desiccant Breathers Des-Case brand desiccant breathers providing moisture and particulate contamination protection, including Standard, Extreme Duty (XD), and High Capacity Extended Series models.
- Nitrogen Charging Carts In-house engineered portable high-pressure nitrogen and oxygen charging carts rated for 3000 PSI with 515 cubic inch capacity, weighing 26 lbs fully assembled.
- VBSS & Entry Equipment Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure tactical equipment including telescopic poles, ladders, hooks, magnets, grapnel launchers, and wire ladders for boarding operations.
- OTB Tactical Boots OTB military tactical boots including Abyss, M-Flex, M-Carbon 8, M-Carbon 6, T-Kool Mid-Suede, and T-Kool Leather models.
- S&S Precision Tactical Equipment Tactical gear distributed for S&S Precision including PlateFrame Modular (PF-M), Maritime Tactical Harness (MTH), Advanced Tactical Harness (ATH), ChestRig Modular (CR-M), PlateFrame Redux (PF-R), and Armor Harness.
- Armadillo LDR Carbon Fiber Tactical Ladders LDR carbon fiber tactical ladders in 5 optional sizes, with ladder backpack, litter cover, bus assault platform, swivel feet, and end caps.
- Military Rebreathers (JFD) U.S. sales partnership distribution of JFD military rebreathers including Shadow/Excursion (with nitrox kit for submarine exit/entry and MCM operations), Enforcer (max depth 15msw oxygen, 2-hour canister), and Stealth (600+ sets operational, 6-8 hours dive time), with end-user training and technical support included.
- Dive Computers (Shearwater) Shearwater dive computers sold as authorized dealer to U.S. Military.
- Dive Harness and Life Preservers (S&S Marine) S&S Marine Tactical Harness (MTH) compatible with LiftR 40 (closed circuit UBAs to 50FSW) and LiftR 80 (to 190FSW), compatible with CRYE AVS, JPC, and LBT 6094 combat vests.
- Gas Analyzers (Analox) U.S. distribution of Analox gas analyzers including Sub Aspida (CO2 and O2 detection), ACG+ (O2, CO2, CO, VOCs, water vapor), and DAMS Distributed Atmosphere Monitoring System (up to 6 gases), with in-house product support and training.
- Acoustic Communications (UTC UDI-28) U.S. distribution and training for Underwater Technology Centers (UTC) UDI-28 diver communications system with wrist unit, boat unit, sonar capability, text messaging, and 3D compass.
- Wetsuits, Drysuits, and Diving Accessories Diving equipment including BARE technical and tactical drysuits, Hollis wetsuits, Atomic regulators, Oceanic BCDs, fins, boots, masks, hoods, gloves, and knives.
- Helium Reclaim and Chamber Gas Recovery Systems (Divex) Distribution of Divex Gaspure Chamber Gas Recovery System for purifying contaminated diving chamber gases, with Helipure Membrane Gas Separation System for helium reclamation in diving operations.
- Flowmeters & Transmitters (Micro Motion, Rosemount) Small business partner distribution of Micro Motion and Rosemount flow measurement equipment including Coriolis, vortex, and magnetic flowmeters, plus portable Coriolis flowcarts (0.5, 1.5, and 3 inch) for custody transfer applications serving government and military markets.
- Oil Sample Bottles and Sampling Consumables Fuel and lube oil sampling consumables including sample bottles in various sizes, colors, and materials; mailing containers; sample tubing (1/4" and 3/16", up to 100 feet); pumps; gloves; and pipettes.
- Titanium Marine Heat Exchangers Exclusive U.S. military distribution of Titanium Marine heat exchangers, impervious to saltwater corrosion, for vessel air conditioning and engine cooling applications.
- Defense Equipment Technical Sales and Distribution Services Technical sales, business development, distribution, and authorized dealer representation services for U.S. military and federal government defense equipment customers across aviation ground support, tactical, diving, and shipboard product lines, with end-user training and technical support included.
- Engineering, Manufacturing, Pressure Testing, and Assembly Services In-house engineering, manufacturing, pressure testing, assembly, fabrication, and oxygen cleaning (ASTM G93) services for defense equipment including flexible ducting, nitrogen charging carts, and custom products, performed under an ISO 9001:2015 / AS9100D / NATO AQAP-2110 quality management system at the Hampton, VA 24,000 sqft facility.
Quantifiable outcome
- 90% of business involved in government markets
Companies that use Chase Defense Partners
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Chase Defense Partners technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
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AI maturity
App detail
Feature2 records
Chase Defense Partners partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
19 partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Des-CasecoreAuthorized dealer for Des-Case desiccant breathers including Standard, Extreme Duty, and High Capacity Series products for moisture and particulate contamination protection.
- CPVcoreDistributor of CPV precision fittings and valves including globe valves, angle valves, check valves, relief valves, tube fittings, and union assemblies.
- TESCOMcoreDistributor for TESCOM pressure regulators including manifolds/changeover regulators, pressure reducing regulators, back pressure regulators, on/off shutoff valves, and electropneumatic controllers.
- Perma-CalcoreExclusive military distributor for Perma-Cal pressure gauges including process & precision test gauges, caisson gauges, Skydrol gauges, pneumo depth gauges, aerospace gauges, and Mil-Spec gauges.
- AnaloxcoreU.S. distributor for Analox gas analyzers including Sub Aspida, ACG+, and DAMS (Distributed Atmosphere Monitoring System). Offers in-house product support and training.
- JFDcoreU.S. sales partner for JFD rebreathers including Shadow/Excursion, Enforcer, and Stealth rebreathers. Offers end-user product training and technical support.
- ShearwatercoreAuthorized dealer for Shearwater dive computers serving the U.S. Military.
- S&S PrecisioncoreDistributor for S&S Precision tactical equipment including PlateFrame Modular (PF-M), Maritime Tactical Harness (MTH), Advanced Tactical Harness (ATH), ChestRig Modular (CR-M), PlateFrame Redux (PF-R), and Armor Harness.
- LDRcoreDistributor for LDR (Ladder) carbon fiber tactical ladders in 5 optional sizes, ladder backpacks, litter covers, and bus assault platforms.
- OTBcoreDistributor for OTB tactical boots including Abyss, M-Flex, M-Carbon 8, M-Carbon 6, T-Kool Mid-Suede, and T-Kool Leather models.
- PAGE GSEcoreProud partner for PAGE GSE electrical cable products including 400Hz Ground Power Cables, 28v DC Ground Power Cables, 270v DC Ground Power Cables, 480v Ground Power Cables, and Fast Charging Systems.
- ABC IndustriescorePartnership established in 2005 for engineered flexible ducting products. Combined expertise in mil-spec ducting including AS38386, AS7365.
- FlexFabcoreAcquired FlexFab's sewn ducting division in 2015, resulting in expanded flexible ducting capabilities for military and aerospace applications.
- Chase Filter CompanycoreDistributor for Chase Filter Company high-pressure filters including 25 Series, 33 Series, 43 Series, and 50 Series filters for air, oxygen, gas, hydraulic fluid, engine lubricant, fuel, and water applications.
- Underwater Technology Centers (UTC)coreU.S. distributor and training center for UTC underwater communications equipment including UDI-28 Wrist Unit and UDI-28 Boat Unit with sonar capabilities.
- Micro MotioncoreSmall business partner for Micro Motion flowmeters (Coriolis, vortex, magnetic flowmeters) serving government and military markets.
- RosemountcoreSmall business partner for Rosemount flowmeters, magnetic flowmeters, and multivariable transmitters serving government and military markets.
- Titanium MarinecoreExclusive military distributor for Titanium Marine heat exchangers. Titanium construction provides complete imperviousness to saltwater corrosion.
- DivexcoreDistributor for Divex Gaspure Chamber Gas Recovery System and Helipure Membrane Gas Separation System for helium reclamation in diving operations.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Chase Defense Partners competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Wencor Group: Wencor Group is a leading aerospace and defense parts distributor providing OEM and MRO components to commercial airlines, militaries, and repair stations globally. Like Chase Defense Partners, it focuses on distribution of aerospace parts under long-standing authorized agreements, serving defense and allied operators with mission-critical hardware.
- AAR Corp: AAR Corp is an aviation aftermarket services and parts distribution company serving commercial and government customers through Parts Supply, Repair & Engineering, and Integrated Solutions segments. Its government aviation supply-chain role directly parallels Chase Defense Partners' GSA Schedule-based distribution model into the U.S. military.
- Pattonair: Pattonair (now part of a larger aerospace services platform) is a global aerospace and defense supply-chain partner providing engineered parts, kitting, and distribution services to primes and operators. It closely mirrors Chase Defense's model of multi-vendor defense distribution with quality-system-driven procurement support.
- ADS Inc. ADS Inc. is a value-added distributor and supply-chain solutions provider that serves U.S. federal, defense, and allied customers across equipment, logistics, and procurement. Like Chase Defense Partners, it operates as a procurement intermediary with multi-vendor distribution contracts into DoD and federal agencies.
- Precision Aviation Group: Precision Aviation Group (PAG) is a leading provider of aviation parts, MRO, and component repair services for commercial, business, and military aviation operators. Its combination of proprietary parts distribution and authorized-partner relationships parallels Chase Defense Partners' aircraft ground support and components business.
Broad incumbents
- TransDigm Group: TransDigm designs, manufactures, and supplies proprietary aerospace components for virtually every commercial and military aircraft platform. While broadly incumbent in aircraft parts, its focus on proprietary sole-source parts parallels the patented cooling-coupling strategy that differentiates Chase Defense Partners within aircraft ground support.
- Wesco International: Wesco International is a broad-line industrial distributor with significant defense, government, and aerospace exposure through its CCH and Integrated Supply offerings. Like Chase Defense Partners, it operates in multi-vendor distribution into government customers, though Wesco serves a far broader product base and end markets.
- HEICO Corporation: HEICO is a large aerospace and electronics manufacturer and distributor operating FAA-approved PMA parts and proprietary replacement parts across commercial and defense aviation. It overlaps with Chase Defense Partners in aircraft components distribution and supplemental parts, though HEICO operates at much broader scale.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
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Frequently asked questions about Chase Defense Partners
What does Chase Defense Partners do?
Chase Defense Partners operates as a technical sales, business development, engineering, manufacturing, and distribution company serving U.S. military and federal government agencies. It supplies aviation ground support equipment, tactical equipment, diving and chamber equipment, and shipboard components as an authorized dealer for multiple brand partners, while also performing in-house engineering, manufacturing, pressure testing, assembly, fabrication, oxygen cleaning, end-user training, and technical support. Approximately 90% of business involves government markets, with products procured through GSA Schedule contracting.
Is Chase Defense Partners a public or private company?
Chase Defense Partners is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Chase Defense Partners founded?
Chase Defense Partners was founded in 2000. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Chase Defense Partners based?
Chase Defense Partners is headquartered in Hampton, United States, in the North America region.
How does Chase Defense Partners make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Product Sales and Distribution is the primary driver. The others are manufacturing and Assembly Services and product Support and Training.
Who are Chase Defense Partners's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Wencor Group, AAR Corp, Pattonair, ADS Inc. and Precision Aviation Group. Broad incumbents are TransDigm Group, Wesco International and HEICO Corporation.
Does Chase Defense Partners have an API?
No public API is recorded for Chase Defense Partners.
What industry is Chase Defense Partners in?
Chase Defense Partners's product category is Defense Equipment Distribution and Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is BPAIAHAB, Defense Acquisition, Procurement & Contracting. Its SIC code is 3720.