BATTERY, STORAGE

Solicitation SPE7L7-26-T-4542 is a procurement request by the Defense Logistics Agency for one storage battery, specifically a lead acid AGM battery, identified by NSN 6140-01-596-7978 and part number GPL-4DA from Concorde Battery Corporation. The item is a source-controlled drawing, meaning only approved sources cited on the drawing are eligible. The battery is classified as a Type I item with a non-extendable shelf life of 18 months per FED-STD-313. Delivery is required within 20 days after the date of award, with a final required delivery date of July 23, 2026. The shipment is designated as FOB Destination, with the final delivery point being the USS George Washington CVN 73 at FPO AP 96607. The contract mandates strict adherence to military standards for quality and logistics, including MIL-STD-129R and MIL-STD-130N(1) for marking and physical identification, and MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging. Quality assurance will be conducted at the destination using sampling methods from MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331. Because the item is hazardous material, the contractor must provide Safety Data Sheets and comply with the Hazard Communication Standard and DFARS 252.223-7001. Additionally, the intentional addition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds is prohibited. All invoicing must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. Proposals must be submitted via the DIBBS portal by August 13, 2026.