Silver-Zinc / Zinc-Silver Oxide Battery Recycling

The contract pertains to the recycling and recovery of silver-zinc and zinc-silver oxide batteries that contain precious metals, requiring certified handling procedures and a documented chain-of-custody to ensure compliance with environmental and security standards. The work involves the safe collection, transportation, processing, and extraction of valuable materials from these specialized batteries, with strict adherence to protocols that guarantee traceability and regulatory compliance throughout the entire lifecycle of the materials. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense, managed by the Defense Logistics Agency, and is classified under NAICS code 562920 for other waste management services. The contract was posted on August 7, 2026, and does not specify a solicitation number or set-aside type, indicating it may be awarded without competitive bidding or within a pre-established framework. The place of performance and organizational details are not defined, suggesting that the work may occur at multiple locations or with third-party vendors authorized by the contracting entity. All activities must meet the stringent requirements for handling hazardous and high-value materials, ensuring that precious metals are recovered in an environmentally responsible manner while maintaining security and accountability at every stage of the process.