61--CELL,BATTERY
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for the upcoming acquisition of "Cell, Battery" (NSN 6140-01-521-8584). This action, under Solicitation SPE7LX25R0068, is justified as a sole-source procurement due to limited responsible sources, specifically MarathonNorco Aerospace. The solicitation is anticipated to be synopsized on or about September 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This acquisition is for "Cell, Battery" with NSN/P/N 6140-01-521-8584, supporting critical end items such as the C17A Globemaster III Airlifter (DTF), Special Common Ground EQP (AFF), and MIDS JTRS AN/USQ190 (AGF). The Average Demand Quantity (ADQ) is 2985 units. The required parts must be form, fit, and functionally interchangeable with those currently used.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite-Delivery/Quantity (IDIQ) Contract
- Duration: 5 years (3-year Base Period, 2 Option Periods)
Set-Aside & Justification
This is a sole-source acquisition justified under FAR 6.302-1 (One or Limited Number of Responsible Sources). The justification cites AMC 3 ("Acquire, for the second or subsequent time, directly from the manufacturer") and AMSC D ("The data needed to acquire this part competitively is not physically available..."). MarathonNorco Aerospace (CAGE 74025) is identified as the current manufacturer and sole source.
Submission & Evaluation
The solicitation will be posted on the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) for a minimum of 30 days. It is expected to be synopsized on or about September 15, 2026, for a period of 15 days. A price analysis will be conducted. Interested parties can submit alternate offers and request technical acceptability evaluation for future procurements, as described in DLAD Procurement Note L04.
Additional Notes
Market research identified BHPE (9SWS7) as another potential source, but MarathonNorco was the only responding vendor in the market survey. Other manufacturers of aviation battery cells are not approved for this specific NSN.