For Release: Monday, July 9, 2007
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661

BELLEVILLE SHOE MANUFACTURING COMPANY RECEIVES DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY CONTRACT

Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Belleville Shoe Manufacturing Company has been awarded a $6,108,918.39 contract by the Defense Logistics Agency.  The company will produce boots for the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines.

“This contract continues the valuable contribution the Belleville Shoe Manufacturing Company makes to keep our fighting forces equipped,” Costello said. “I will continue to work to ensure that our troops have the resources they need.”

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