61--BATTERY,STORAGE

The contract specifies the procurement of 10 valve-regulated lead acid AGM batteries with a Type I shelf life of 18 months, non-extendable, under NSN 6140016644414 and part number M2101205531FB75918. Delivery is required within 20 days to a destination in San Diego, California, with no variance allowed in quantity, and inspection and acceptance occur upon delivery. The batteries must comply with strict hazardous materials regulations, including submission of Safety Data Sheets and HCS-compliant labels as mandated by OSHA's revised Hazard Communication Standard, and suppliers must train employees on these requirements. Mercury and mercury-containing compounds are prohibited except in specific functional applications such as batteries, with additional containment requirements for portable devices. Packaging and marking must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E, MIL-STD-129, and DLA packaging standards, including special marking code 32 to indicate Type I shelf life. Sampling and quality assurance follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 with zero non-conformances required for acceptance. The contract is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 335910, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency, with a response deadline of July 27, 2026, and a required delivery date of July 8, 2026. Shipments must use traceable freight methods, not parcel post, and comply with all DLA technical and quality requirements referenced through the DLA Master List.