Sources Sought Announcement for the Vehicle Mounted Charger (VMC), NSN 6130-01-527-2726, Bren-Tronics Part # BTC-70836 or Part # PP-8481/U
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The Defense Logistics Agency-Aberdeen is seeking information from potential suppliers capable of providing the Vehicle Mounted Charger (VMC), identified by NSN 6130-01-527-2726 and part number BTC-70836, originally manufactured by Bren-Tronics, or an equivalent part number PP-8481/U. This charger is designed to support standard military batteries using adapters for proper interface and is classified under NAICS code 335999. The Government does not hold the technical data package for this item, making supplier capability critical to evaluating potential sources and replacement options. Interested parties must submit detailed response information including company name, CAGE code, and a technical point of contact with email and phone number, along with supporting documentation such as a questionnaire to demonstrate their ability to supply the exact part or a suitable alternative. This release is a Sources Sought Announcement (SSA), not a Request for Quote or Proposal, and the Government will not award a contract or reimburse any costs associated with responses. The purpose is market research to determine the existence of responsible suppliers, assess competition potential, and inform future acquisition strategies, including possible small business set-asides. All responses must be submitted via email to the designated technical and small business contacts by July 14, 2026. No phone inquiries will be accepted, and responses submitted after the deadline will not be considered. The information gathered will be used solely to guide next steps in procurement planning.
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Full Description
The Defense Logistics Agency-Aberdeen, on behalf of the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center (ILSC) – Supply Chain Management Directorate (SCMD) – Strategic Sourcing Directorate (SSD), intends to acquire Parts to support the standard military batteries.
Requirements Description:
The VMC is a charger designed for standard military batteries. Utilizes adapters to interface between the charger and the battery.
The Government does not possess the technical data package (TDP) for the parts.
The following additional NAICS apply:
335999
Items and/or Services to Be Procured:
NSN: 6130-01-527-2726
NOMENCLATURE: Charger, Battery
PART NUMBER: BTC-70836
CAGE: 51828
Requested Response Information:
We request that sources who can supply the listed parts submit information to show their capability to supply that same part. At a minimum the support information you submit should include, but is not limited to, the following types of documentation: Questionnaire,
In your response, please include your company name, CAGE code, and a technical point of contract with email address and telephone number.
Notice, Response Due Date, and Points of Contact:
This is NOT a Request for Quote or Proposal. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this SSA or reimburse any costs associated with the preparation of responses to this SSA. This Sources sought announcement (SSA) is for planning and market research purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government. The information gathered from this announcement will be used to determine if responsible sources exist, and to assist in determining if this effort can be competitive and/or set aside for Small Business. Furthermore, the Government will use the information, in part, to determine the best acquisition strategy for a potential procurement action and/or to assist in making acquisition strategy decisions in the future.
All SSA responses should be emailed to the Points of Contact at the email addresses listed below. No phone inquiries will be accepted, either as a response to this action or for information requests. All requests for information must be submitted via email to the Technical Point of Contact and the DLA Aberdeen Small Business Office.
Please submit responses by 7/14/2026
Technical Point of Contact: luis.a.beltran4.civ@army.mil
Secondary Point of Contact: ari.c.herman.civ@army.mil