Delta Air Lines recognizes the important role that small businesses and businesses with socio-economic classifications* play in the strength of the U.S. economy. To deliver value to our customers, shareholders, employees, and the communities we serve, Delta seeks to engage qualified suppliers that demonstrate the capability to provide high-quality products and services.
*Socio-economic classifications refer to designations recognized under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 19, which identifies categories of businesses based on size, ownership, control, and geographic or demographic attributes. These include Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and HUBZone Small Businesses, among others.
Our suppliers are strategic partners who help us compete in a global marketplace and enhance the experience of our customers, shareholders, employees, and communities.
We are committed to identifying and building relationships with high-quality suppliers, including small and socio-economic businesses, and we encourage our prime suppliers to do the same. Our success depends on strong, collaborative partnerships with qualified suppliers.
A Qualified Business demonstrates the capability, capacity, and commitment to deliver high-quality products and services in alignment with Delta’s operational standards. These suppliers are evaluated based on experience, performance, financial stability, and ability to meet contractual and regulatory requirements
Small Businesses
Suppliers considered “small” must meet the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) size standards as defined in the Code of Federal Regulations (Title 13, Chapter 1, Part 121). Suppliers must also provide appropriate documentation, such as certification from a federal, state, or local agency, or complete Delta’s self-certification process during registration in the Supplier Portal.
To learn more about SBA programs and resources, please visit: https://www.sba.gov/.
Socio-Economic Businesses
Socio‑Economic refers to statutorily authorized acquisition categories implemented under FAR Subchapter D, primarily FAR Part 19.
Aircraft & Aircraft Mtc.
Aircraft & Engine Parts
Airport Services
Beverages
Cargo
Environmental Services
Equipment
Facilities Maintenance
Food
GSE (Ground Support Equipment)
Insurance (Corporate)
Mail & Postage
Marketing
Meetings & Events
MRO (Mtc. Repair & Overhaul)
Paper & Printed Products
Passenger Expenses (IROPs)
Professional Services
Simulators
Supplies
Technology - Hardware
Technology - Phones & Pagers
Technology - Software
Tooling
Transportation
Travel & Expenses
Uniforms
Qualified Businesses have an opportunity to partner with Delta in delivering value through quality products and services to our company and our customers. Suppliers are chosen first on their ability to meet the needs of our business. All suppliers must meet the following criteria:
Delta is committed to promoting the meaningful utilization of Small and Socio-Economic Businesses across our supply chain. We actively encourage participation by these businesses and expect our prime suppliers to do the same.
Prime suppliers play an important role in extending opportunities by incorporating qualified Small and Socio-Economic Businesses into subcontracting and sourcing activities, where practicable.
This approach supports supplier engagement, strengthens partnerships, and expands economic opportunity in the communities we serve.
Small and Socio-Economic Businesses have an opportunity to partner with Delta in delivering value through quality products and services to our company and our customers. If you are an IT staffing or solutions firm, or, if you are a non IT staffing firm, please visit our partner Agile One to register your organization. If you are neither, please register at Delta’s Supplier Registration Portal.