BATTERY, STORAGE
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) has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition to acquire Battery Storage (NSN: 6140-016627350) for Fighting Vehicle Systems. This acquisition is restricted to Enersys Energy Products, Inc. as the sole approved source. The estimated maximum contract value is between $900,000 and $20,000,000.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of 3,692 EA of Battery Storage (NSN: 6140-016627350). These batteries are specifically intended for use in Fighting Vehicle Systems, ensuring their operational readiness and performance.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Quantity Type: Fixed Quantity with a 100% Option
- Estimated Value: Over $900,000 (total value)
- Maximum Contract Value: Up to $20,000,000
- Sole Source Vendor: Enersys Energy Products, Inc. (CAGE: 0WY95)
Justification for Limited Competition
The acquisition is restricted to Enersys Energy Products, Inc. because they are identified as the only known source capable of furnishing the required supplies and are approved by the design control activity. The authority for this limited competition is based on:
- AMC 3: Acquisition directly from the manufacturer.
- AMSC D: Data needed for competitive acquisition is not physically available, cannot be obtained economically, or adequate specifications cannot be drafted.
Market Research & Competition Efforts
DLA Weapons Support (Columbus) conducted market research, which included:
- Posting a Sources Sought Notice on December 15, 2025, which yielded no results.
- Conducting a market survey on December 15, 2025, contacting Enersys Energy, who expressed interest.
- Reviewing procurement history, which shows multiple previous contracts with Enersys Energy for this NSN.
- Performing a general internet search, which did not identify any other potential sources. The solicitation will include DLAD Procurement Note L04, allowing for alternate offers and technical acceptability evaluation for future procurements.
Solicitation & Response Information
The acquisition will be synopsized on or about February 6, 2026, for one day. Dealers of the approved source will be solicited, and the solicitation will be posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 10 days. A price analysis will be conducted to ensure fair and reasonable pricing.
Next Steps for Interested Vendors
Vendors interested in becoming an approved source for this item should contact the DLA Weapons Support (Columbus) Source Approval Monitor at DSCCAO-SAR@dla.mil to submit a Source Approval Request Package.