RNEC Absolyte VRLA Batteries Replacement

Quick Summary

The Department of the Army, MICC-FT Carson, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified contractors for the replacement of Absolyte VRLA Batteries at Fort Carson, Colorado. This requirement is set aside for Total Small Business. The contractor will provide all personnel, equipment, and services to furnish and install new Absolyte VRLA battery cells and related components. Responses are due by March 16, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all necessary resources to:

• Furnish and install new Absolyte VRLA battery cells (Model 100G29, one string of 24 each), modular steel tray housings, Positive +/Negative – terminate plates, and Frame Retardant Transparent Module Covers for one Communications Node at Fort Carson, CO.
• Ensure new battery cells are the same brand and equal in amp-hours, not refurbished or renewed.
• Dismantle and remove existing GNB Absolyte VRLA battery cells and associated components.
• Reconnect existing Alarm/Control unit cable hardness and reinstall Ni-Cad Neutra Mat.
• Perform a battery load test to verify the system supports 500A for 2.00 hours.
• Label each new battery with a unique, mechanically printed identification number.
• Dispose of old batteries in accordance with Colorado and EPA environmental guidelines.

Contract & Timeline

• Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
• Product Service Code: 6140 - Batteries, Rechargeable
• Place of Performance: Fort Carson, Colorado Springs, CO (Communications Node 1, Building 1014)
• Period of Performance: June 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
• Response Due: March 16, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
• Published Date: March 9, 2026
• Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

Performance Standards

• Battery cells must maintain a minimum of 54 volts DC.
• System must support 500A for 2.00 hours during load test.
• Float voltage maintained at 6.81–6.84 Vdc at 25 °C.
• Minimum rated capacity: ≥ 6000 Wh at 8-hour rate (C8/1.75 Vpc) and ≥ 540 Ah at 10-hour rate (C10/1.75 Vpc).
• Warranty: Five years or OEM warranty, whichever is longer.

Special Requirements

• This is a non-personal service contract.
• Contractor must protect floor surfaces and visually inspect new components for damage.
• Security requirements include background checks and compliance with installation access control policies.
• Contractor must provide a Quality Manager with specific qualifications.
• Compliance with AT/OPSEC/IA training requirements is mandatory.

Contact Information

• Primary: Rebecca Hensch (rebecca.s.hensch.civ@army.mil)
• Secondary: Farah Surin (farah.surin.civ@army.mil)