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Full-Scale EV Battery Burn Testing

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Submission Closed08/24/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 541380

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Production Lot Testing (PLT) for Torpedo Components

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Production Lot Test (PLT) ServicesThis subcontract for Production Lot Test services is issued by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support ASC Commodities Division. The selected provider will perform Production Lot Testing for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts to validate the quality and functionality of manufactured cable assemblies. Specifically, the contractor must verify that assemblies meet the technical specifications of NSN 6150-01-091-6989 using signal analyzers, insulation resistance testers, or continuity testers. The contractor is required to be compliant with ITAR or EAR regulations and must deliver comprehensive test reports and certification of production lot requirements. Performance will take place in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The solicitation was posted on October 22, 2026, with a response deadline of October 30, 2026, falling under NAICS code 541380.

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The contract calls for conducting full-scale fire tests on complete electric vehicle battery packs to evaluate their real-world burn behavior, the effectiveness of containment systems, and the challenges faced by emergency responders during such incidents. These tests are designed to generate actionable data on thermal runaway propagation, fire intensity, toxic emissions, and structural failure modes under uncontrolled conditions, with the goal of improving safety standards and emergency protocols for EV-related fires. The work will be performed at the Washington Navy Yard and is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380, indicating a focus on scientific research and development services. The solicitation was posted on July 31, 2026, with a response deadline of August 24, 2026, and is managed by the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety within the Department of Transportation. The testing aims to address critical gaps in current safety knowledge, directly informing regulatory developments, vehicle design enhancements, and first responder training programs related to electric vehicle battery fires.

General Info

Full-scale EV battery fire tests to improve safety standards and emergency response protocols.

Agency

Department Of Transportation → 69A385 Ofc Of Haz Materials Safety

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Washington Navy Yard, DC, USA

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NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 693JK326RFI03.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Evaluation of Electric Vehicle Failures Impact on Hazardous Transportation Safety

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedJul 31

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Response DeadlineAug 24

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Submission Closed

08/24/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → 69A385 Ofc Of Haz Materials Safety

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → 69A385 Ofc Of Haz Materials Safety

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Full Description

Perform real-world-scale fire tests on complete EV battery packs to study burn behavior, containment effectiveness, and emergency response challenges.

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