Battery, Storage

The subject requirement is for the acquisition of NSN 6140-01-482-9031, Battery, Storage An Indefinite Quantity Long-Term Contract with a three year base period and 2 option years is anticipated. FOB Destination is required; inspection/acceptance is destination. This solicitation will be available on the Internet at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/rfp after the issue date of 04/15/2014. Hard copies of this solicitation are not available. This solicitation is 100% set aside for small business concerns. The small business size standard is 500 employees and the NAICS code is 335911. There are two (2) approved sources Power-Sonic Corp (56309) and RYSZ Storage Battery Co (4DZX8). While price may be a significant factor in the evaluation of offers, the final award decision will be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and delivery. The proposed procurement contains an option to extend the contract period one or more times at the discretion of the Government. Total duration shall not exceed five years. Based on market research the item is manufactured for military use only and is commercial; therefore, the Government is using the policies contained in FAR Part 12 in its solicitation for these items. However, interested persons may identify to the contracting officer their interest and capability to satisfy the Government's requirement with a commercial item with 15 days of this notice. Cage Code/P/N Annual Demand Qty Delivery Schedule (days) 56309/PS-12750 997 171 4DZX8/PS-12750