Northrop Grumman Corporation'sElectronic Systems sector has awarded Preferred Supplier status to LaBarge, Inc. Northrop Grumman utilizes its Preferred Supplier Program to develop strategic relationships with high-performing suppliers. "We are pleased to recognize LaBarge for its outstanding performance," said Bob Savage, manager of procurement at Northrop Grumman's Electronic Systems sector. Northrop Grumman has selected less than 200 out of 2,000 production suppliers for its Preferred Supplier Program. advanced quality practices, technology, cost, stability and leadership. LaBarge manufactures and tests sophisticated postal sorting equipment on a turnkey basis for Northrop Grumman. integrates them into complete infeed units of the mail sorting machines.