MHE BATTERIES AT DLA DISTRIBUTION WARNER ROBINS, GA (DDWG)
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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) Distribution is soliciting quotes for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Batteries and associated watering systems at DLA Distribution Warner Robins, GA (DDWG). This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The deadline for offers has been extended by Amendment 0003, though a new specific date is not provided in the available information. The original deadline was April 24, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the procurement and delivery of new, commercially available MHE batteries and Flow-Rite watering systems compatible with existing Government-owned MHE. Key requirements include:
- Batteries must meet specified voltage, capacity, dimensional, termination, and connector requirements.
- All items must be new, unused, defect-free, and fully compatible with existing chargers and equipment.
- Flow-Rite watering kits are to be installed prior to delivery where specified.
- Delivery is FOB Destination to DLA Distribution Warner Robins, GA.
- No on-equipment installation or removal of existing batteries is required.
- A minimum 24-month manufacturer warranty is required for maintenance-free batteries.
Specific battery requirements, detailed in the latest Schedule of Supplies (updated April 16, 2026), include:
- CLIN 0001-0004: Various Hawker Powerline LM batteries for Crown, Toyota, and Hyster lift models.
- CLIN 0005: 24v Flowrite Watering Kit.
- CLIN 0006: JLG 12v Battery (specifically Trojan 31-AES as clarified in Q&A).
- CLIN 0007: 48v Flowrite Watering Kit.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Priced (FFP) purchase order.
- Delivery: 45 days after receipt of order.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 335910 (Battery Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6140 – Batteries, Rechargeable.
- Place of Performance: DLA Distribution Warner Robins, GA (DDWG), 450 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Bldg 385, Robins AFB, GA 31098.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to brian.keckler@dla.mil.
- Response Deadline: The deadline for receipt of offers has been extended by Amendment 0003. Bidders should consult the official solicitation for the new date, as it is not specified in the provided documents. The original deadline was April 24, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsive, responsible Offeror whose quote is the most advantageous to the Government, based on Lowest Technically Acceptable Price (LTAP) with the lowest overall price for ALL CLINs. Award will be on an all-or-none basis. Technical Capability and Past Performance are evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis.
- Contact: Brian Keckler (brian.keckler@dla.mil, 6146937800).
Amendments
Multiple amendments have been issued. Amendment 0003 (posted April 16, 2026) is the latest, indicating an extension to the offer receipt date and an updated schedule. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of all amendments.