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

Timeline

1
Posted
Feb 17, 2026
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Last Updated
Feb 24, 2026
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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 conducting market research to gather 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 notice, not a request for quote or proposal, and is for planning purposes only. Responses are due by March 12, 2026.

Scope of Feedback

The Government is seeking comments on an updated slash sheet, MIL-PRF-32383/7A, for the MIL-PRF-32383 General Performance Specification for Rechargeable Sealed Batteries. This specifically pertains to the Small Tactical Universal Battery (STUB) models BB-251X/U and BB-252X/U, covering the following NSNs:

  • 6140-01-733-5294 (BB-2511A/U)
  • 6140-01-733-6480 (BB-2512A/U)
  • 6140-01-733-5607 (BB-2513A/U)
  • 6140-01-733-5244 (BB-2514A/U)
  • 6140-01-733-6544 (BB-2521A/U)
  • 6140-01-733-4951 (BB-2522A/U)
  • 6140-01-733-5406 (BB-2523A/U)
  • 6140-01-733-1702 (BB-2524A/U)

Submission Requirements

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

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

Technical Data Access

Potential bidders requiring access to Technical Data Packages (TDPs) must follow specific instructions. Requests for TDPs must be sent to DLA.Aberdeen.SourcesSought@dla.mil within 7 days of the SSA posting date. Eligibility requires an active status in the Defense Logistics Agency Joint Certification Program (JCP). To receive TDPs, a completed and signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), a copy of DD2345 (JCP), and CAGE verification from SAM are required. The NDA signee and JCP data custodian must be the same person. TDPs are subject to ITAR and will be uploaded to DoD SAFE.

Important Information

This is solely for market research; no contract will be awarded based on responses. Comments are non-binding, and failure to respond will not negatively impact future acquisition participation. All responses and information requests must be submitted via email. No phone inquiries will be accepted.

Points of Contact

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Points of Contact

Nathan SharpesPRIMARY
Luis BeltranSECONDARY

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