Feedback Sought on Rechargeable Battery Performance Specification for MIL-PRF-32383/7A describing Small Tactical Universal Battery (STUB)

SOL #: DLA-Aberdeen-26-027Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Defense Logistics Agency

DLA LAND AT ABERDEEN

ABER PROV GRD, MD, 21005, United States

Place of Performance

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (335910)

PSC

Batteries, Rechargeable (6140)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/303557b2c5a3460fbdef911274d968e9/view

Timeline

Posted

Feb 17, 2026

Last Updated

Feb 24, 2026

Response Deadline

Mar 12, 2026, 9:00 PM

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)-Aberdeen, on behalf of the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center (ILSC), is seeking feedback on the Rechargeable Battery Performance Specification for MIL-PRF-32383/7A, which describes the Small Tactical Universal Battery (STUB). This is a Sources Sought announcement for market research purposes only, not a request for quote or proposal. Responses are due by March 12, 2026.

Purpose & Scope

The Government is requesting comments on an updated slash sheet, MIL-PRF-32383/7A, for the General Performance Specification for Rechargeable Sealed Batteries. This specifically pertains to the BB-251X/U and BB-252X/U STUB batteries, covering various NSNs and part numbers (e.g., 6140-01-733-5294, BB-2511A; 6140-01-733-6544, BB-2521A). The feedback will inform future acquisition planning.

Response Requirements

Respondents should submit a questionnaire and comments on the draft MIL-PRF-32383/7A. Submissions must include:

Company name, CAGE code
Technical point of contact (email, telephone)
For comments: exact specification reference (e.g., paragraph number), recommended change, and reason for the change (e.g., error correction, enhancement, cost savings).

Technical Data Access

To provide comprehensive feedback, potential respondents may need to access Technical Data Packages (TDPs). Instructions for obtaining TDPs require:

Requests sent to DLA.Aberdeen.SourcesSought@dla.mil within 7 days of the posting date (by February 24, 2026).
Active status in the Defense Logistics Agency Joint Certification Program (JCP).
Submission of a completed and signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), a copy of DD2345 (JCP), and CAGE verification from SAM. The NDA signee and JCP data custodian must be the same person.
TDPs are subject to ITAR and will be delivered via DoD SAFE.

Important Notes

This notice is for planning and market research only; no contract will be awarded based on responses, and costs for preparing responses will not be reimbursed. All comments are non-binding, and failure to respond will not affect future participation. No phone inquiries will be accepted.