LI-ION BATTERY

The Department of Defense's Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound is preparing to issue a solicitation for the supply of LI-ION batteries, specifically targeting small business contractors under a total small business set-aside (FAR 19.5). The contract will be a firm-fixed-price, supply-type agreement, with the FOB origin point at U.S. Naval Base Yokosuka, Japan. The solicitation is expected to be posted on the BetaSam website around February 4, 2025, with proposals due by February 19, 2025. Interested parties must monitor the BetaSam site for the official solicitation and any amendments, as the government will not send hard copies or accept requests via telephone or fax. Communication during the solicitation process will primarily be via email or MS Teams, with no access to work phones or voicemails due to teleworking arrangements. The NAICS code for this procurement is 335910, and all responsible small business sources are encouraged to submit proposals for consideration. The contracting officer for this action is Stormy Caudill, and additional details can be accessed through the provided link on SAM.gov.