BATTERY, STORAGE : 6140
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 issuing a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the non-competitive acquisition of BATTERY, STORAGE (NSN 6140-01-400-2901). This procurement is restricted to ACME AEROSPACE, INC. as the sole approved source. The J&A cites FAR 6.302-1 and 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as authority.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of 1,701 Each of "BATTERY, STORAGE" with a 100% option. These batteries are for the AIRCRAFT, C-5 end item and must be form, fit, and functionally interchangeable with currently used parts. The product service code is 6140 (Batteries, Rechargeable).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.
- Quantity: Fixed quantity with a 100% option.
- Published Date: May 27, 2026.
- Solicitation Posting: The acquisition will be synopsized on SAM.GOV for 1 day. The solicitation (SPE7L126Q0786) will be posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 10 days, targeting dealers of the approved source.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is being conducted under simplified acquisition procedures and is restricted to ACME AEROSPACE, INC. (CAGE 6HAR8). Market research, including a Sources Sought Notice and a market survey, did not identify any other sources capable of furnishing the required supplies and approved by the design control activity.
Evaluation
A price analysis will be conducted based on proposed prices and historical prices. The solicitation includes DLAD Procurement Note L04, which outlines the process for submitting an alternate offer and requesting evaluation of technical acceptability for future procurements.
Additional Notes
Interested vendors who believe they can meet the requirements and wish to become an approved source are encouraged to contact the Source Approval Monitor at DSCCAO-SAR@dla.mil for information on submitting a Source Approval Request Package. The place of performance is Columbus, OH, United States. The primary contact is Logan McLaughlin at logan.mclaughlin@dla.mil.