CELL, BATTERY

This contract solicits the procurement of sealed maintenance-free gel lead acid batteries, identified by NSN 6135-01-469-7574, under a firm fixed price arrangement with no variance permitted in quantity. The delivery requirement mandates shipment within 60 days after delivery order issuance, with both inspection and acceptance occurring at the supplier’s origin. Packaging must strictly comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E using Pack Code U and QUP 001, with preservation method HM and all other packaging materials designated as ZZ, while palletization adheres to DLA’s RP001 packaging requirements. Marking must follow MIL-STD-129 with the special code 32-32 denoting Type I, 12-month non-extendable shelf life, and also require MIL-STD-130N and MIL-STD-129P(4) compliance. Hazardous material handling follows IP025 guidelines, and mercury or mercury-containing compounds are strictly prohibited except for specific functional uses such as in batteries, fluorescent lights, sensors, weapon systems, or NAVSEA-specified reagents, with portable devices containing mercury requiring shockproof construction and secondary containment per NAVSEA 5100-003D. Sampling must conform to MIL-STD-1916, ASQ H1331 Table 1, or an equivalent zero-based plan, with unspecified attributes treated as major and zero non-conformances required unless otherwise stated. MSDS/PSDS documentation is mandatory per FED-STD-313. The batteries are destined for delivery to USS MASON DDG 87 and USS BOXER LHD 4 via parcel post or freight, with transportation governed by DLAD Procedure Notes C19 and C20. Contract clauses incorporated include FAR and DFARS provisions addressing payment, inspection, changes, termination, cybersecurity, safeguarding covered defense information, export controls, antiterrorism training, whistleblower rights, and mercury restrictions. Compliance with SAM representations and certifications is required, and electronic invoicing through WAWF is mandatory. The solicitation is subject to DPAS ratings and is governed by a best value evaluation approach considering past performance, offered delivery, and price.