BATTERY POWER SUPPLY 6130-016132616
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Original Source
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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 is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential manufacturers for a Battery Power Supply (NSN 6130-016132616). This effort aims to identify sources interested in quoting a future solicitation for approximately 907 units. Responses, including a completed Market Research Questionnaire, are due by February 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks sources capable of manufacturing NSN 6130-016132616, a Battery Power Supply. The currently approved source is L3 TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (0B107) P/N LFG-094-A3. For alternate offerors, a complete data package, including data for both the approved and alternate part, is required for evaluation. The requirement involves approximately 907 units and mandates NIST Compliance (CDI/CUI).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None Specified
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6130 (Converters, Electrical, Nonrotating)
- NAICS Code: 335999 (All Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing)
- Response Due: February 25, 2026, by close of business
- Published: February 18, 2026
Key Information for Bidders
Potential suppliers are requested to complete a Market Research Questionnaire to assist the government in generating a realistic solicitation. Key areas of inquiry include:
- Company size and status (e.g., Small Business classifications, manufacturer vs. distributor).
- Experience with the specific NSN and the approved manufacturer.
- SAM registration status and willingness to register (required for awards).
- Pricing information, including unit price sensitivity, quantity options, and price drivers.
- Cost or Pricing Data requirements (especially for contracts over $2M).
- Commerciality of the item and willingness to provide proof of commercial sales.
- Delivery capabilities, including standard delivery times, partial shipments, and maximum monthly quantities.
- Inspection and acceptance at destination.
- Hazardous material or precious metal content.
- Need for Government Furnished Property/Material.
Submission Instructions
All information, including the completed Market Research Questionnaire, should be submitted to the Contract Specialist, Kelly Nicklaus, at kelly.nicklaus@dla.mil no later than February 25, 2026.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). SAM registration is mandatory for all awards and must include the specified NAICS code. Certified Cost or Pricing Data may be required for contracts exceeding $2,000,000, though it is not required for commercial items at the Contracting Officer's discretion. Failure to provide proof of commerciality may result in non-commercial procurement procedures.