BATTERY, NONRECHARGE
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) Weapons Support (Columbus) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified manufacturers for Non-Rechargeable Batteries (NSN 6135-01-545-6582). This is not a request for quotes or proposals, but aims to gather information to shape a future solicitation. Responses are due by March 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
DLA Weapons Support plans to issue a solicitation for one National Stock Number (NSN) that is a code and part-numbered item. The purpose of this market research is to identify vendors capable of manufacturing these items. Interested parties are requested to provide company name, city/state, country, and points of contact with telephone and email information.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (leading to a Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Quantity Contract)
- Anticipated Duration: Five years (three-year base period and two one-year option periods)
- Maximum Contract Value: $2,244,692.16
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: March 19, 2026
- Published: March 11, 2026
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about March 30, 2026, on DIBBS
Market Research Documents
Two key documents are provided to facilitate responses:
- Market Research LTC Questionnaire: This questionnaire seeks detailed information on company size, manufacturer/distributor status, interest in a Long Term Contract (LTC), preferred contract periods, willingness to provide cost/pricing data, commercial item status, and delivery capabilities. It helps DLA understand industry capabilities and shape the acquisition strategy.
- MR LTC Questionnaire Spreadsheet: This spreadsheet lists government-supplied information for the NSN (e.g., nomenclature, CAGE codes of approved sources, NAICS 335910, estimated annual demand quantity) and requires contractors to fill in details regarding quantity ranges, estimated delivery days, maximum quantities, and manufacturing status.
Additional Notes
This announcement is for market research purposes only, in accordance with FAR Part 10. Information submitted will be used to identify potential sources and will not be considered offers or create a binding contract. Respondents will not be reimbursed for any costs associated with their submissions. All information should be submitted to Joseph Coleman at Joseph.Coleman@dla.mil or by phone at 614-693-0141.