6160014619622

SOL #: CL25344002Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA LAND AND MARITIME
COLUMBUS, OH, 43218-3990, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (335910)

PSC

Miscellaneous Battery Retaining Fixtures And Liners (6160)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Mar 12, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Mar 24, 2026, 7:00 PM

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) Weapons Support is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential manufacturers for a long-term contract involving NSN 6160014619622, "COVER, BATTERY BOX." This market research aims to inform an upcoming Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC or LTC) solicitation. Interested businesses must submit a market survey and spreadsheet by March 24, 2026.

Scope of Work

This opportunity focuses on the manufacturing of NSN 6160014619622, "COVER, BATTERY BOX," which is identified as a critical application item. Key technical and quality requirements include:

  • Cybersecurity: CMMC Level 2 certification.
  • Packaging: Adherence to DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement.
  • Configuration Management: Procedures for Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) and Requests for Variance.
  • Sampling: Methods shall follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331.
  • Mercury Restrictions: Prohibition of intentional addition or direct contact with mercury, with specific exceptions.
  • Marking: Physical identification/bare item marking is required. The estimated annual demand quantity (ADQ) for this item is 648 units. The NAICS code associated with this item is 335910.

Eligibility & Access

To access export-controlled technical data, such as drawings, offerors must possess an approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification and be approved by the DLA controlling authority. This approval is a prerequisite for accessing data and will not delay any future award. Drawings are available to authorized users via the c-Folders website.

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
  • Anticipated Contract Type: Long-Term Contract (LTC) or Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
  • Competition: Full and open competition is anticipated for the future solicitation.
  • Response Due: March 24, 2026, by 7:00 PM UTC.
  • Published Date: March 12, 2026.

Required Submissions

Interested sources must complete and return the attached Market Survey Questionnaire and Market Survey NSN Spreadsheet. These documents should be sent to Brent Wahle at brent.wahle@dla.mil. The market research questionnaire seeks information on company details, interest in LTCs, cost/pricing data, commercial item status, and delivery capabilities.

Additional Notes

The current approved source for this item is L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC., with part number A3266163-1. Several reference drawings with specific revisions and dates are listed in the PID document, which incorporates technical and/or quality requirements from the DLA Master List.

People

Points of Contact

Brent WahlePRIMARY

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Posted: Mar 12, 2026
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