BATTERY, STORAGE

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded Contract SPE7L726P3040 to DIRECT LINE, INC (CAGE 0GE52) on July 31, 2026, for the procurement of two identical line items of storage batteries (NSN 6140015905288) under solicitation SPE7L7-26-Q-1549, with a total contract value of $1,637.22. The contract is classified as a fixed-price award and requires delivery by September 21, 2026, to Imperial Beach, CA, under FOB destination terms where the contractor bears all transportation costs and risk until receipt at the destination. Strict compliance with MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging and preservation, MIL-STD-129 for marking and barcoding, and NAVSEA 5100-0035 for mercury-containing item containment is mandated. Each unit has a non-extendable 12-month shelf life, and packaging must include humidity-controlled preservation (HM method) with specified codes for containment, wrapping, and cushioning. All shipments must be labeled with the contract number, NSN, and a bold notice indicating “Product Verification Test Samples - Do Not Post to Stock” if used for testing. The Government retains sole authority for final inspection and acceptance at destination, applying FAR 52.246-2 and DLA-specific requirements including Product Verification Testing procedures and CMMC Level 2 cybersecurity controls. The contract includes multiple Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses governing labor, safety, and compliance, including Equal Opportunity for Veterans and Workers with Disabilities, Combatting Trafficking in Persons, Paid Sick Leave under Executive Order 13706, Minimum Wage requirements under EO 14026, and Prompt Payment provisions. Contractors must adhere to DPAS prioritization as a rated award, ensure electronic invoicing through Wide Area Workflow, and implement antiterrorism awareness and information security protocols under clauses addressing disclosure, unauthorized use of government work product, and prohibitions on certain foreign telecommunications and surveillance equipment. Small business growth initiatives are referenced, though no socioeconomic certifications are confirmed for the awardee. Payment processing requires compliance with Electronic Funds Transfer, and the administrative point of contact for post-award matters is Jessica Gwin of DLA Land and Maritime at Columbus, Ohio. The contractor must retain full supply chain documentation including process sheets, traceability records