SOLE SOURCE EAST PENN FORKLIFT BATTERY
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 Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR PUGET SOUND, has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the sole source procurement of one (1) high impact shock battery from East Penn Manufacturing Co. This requirement is for an IST6H51 model number 18-G75-27 EE battery for onboard MSC vessels in San Diego, CA. This notice was published on May 22, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for a single, specific high impact shock battery, model IST6H51 (18-G75-27 EE), which serves as a critical safety item and internal component for forklift trucks on Military Sealift Command (MSC) vessels. The procurement is restricted to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), East Penn Manufacturing Co.
Justification for Sole Source
The justification states that East Penn Manufacturing Co. is the only qualified source capable of producing and servicing these batteries. Procurement from the OEM is essential to ensure compatibility (form, fit, and function) with existing systems, maintain manufacturer specifications, uphold system integrity, and meet regulatory acceptance. The use of a generic substitute is deemed to pose an unacceptable risk to personnel safety and vessel operability. The government certifies that this material represents the minimum requirement and that this justification precludes competition to the maximum extent practicable.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: 6140 (Batteries, Rechargeable)
- Published Date: May 22, 2026
Contacts
- Primary: Nicole Eygnor (nicole.m.eygnor.civ@us.navy.mil)
- Secondary: Brittany Tavassoli (brittany.b.tavassoli.civ@us.navy.mil)