BATTERY,THERMAL
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) Land and Maritime is issuing a presolicitation for Thermal Batteries (NSN 6135-016188314). This is an Unrestricted opportunity for the procurement of 164 units. The solicitation is anticipated to be issued on March 26, 2026, with offers due by April 27, 2026. This requirement will be solicited per FAR Part 15.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of 164 EA of BATTERY,THERMAL, identified by NSN 6135-016188314 and Part Number 10002250-501. The approved source for this item is TELEDYNE RISI, INC. Required delivery is within 500 days. The shipping destination is the RSAF Supply Depot at King Abdulaziz Air Base, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (anticipated solicitation under FAR Part 15)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Quantity: 164 EA
- Required Delivery: 500 Days
- Anticipated Solicitation Issue: March 26, 2026
- Anticipated Offer Due: April 27, 2026
- Published: March 10, 2026
Evaluation
The final award decision will be based on a combination of price, delivery, and performance. Pricing is noted as a significant factor in the evaluation of offers.
Additional Notes
This item is manufactured for military use only and is not considered commercial; therefore, FAR Part 12 policies are not being used. However, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. The solicitation will be available on the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at http://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/. Offers must be submitted in English and US dollars. The preferred submission method is to complete, scan, and upload the SF 33 Request for Proposal (RFP) through DIBBS, or proposals may be emailed to the Contract Specialist, John McCarthy, at john.mccarthy@dla.mil. This acquisition may be subject to the Trade Agreements Act of 1979.
Contact: John McCarthy, john.mccarthy@dla.mil, 614-693-0790.