Specialized Materials Supply for Battery Prototyping

The contract seeks specialized materials critical for advanced battery prototyping, including high-purity solid electrolytes, sodium-based cathodes, and thermally stable separators, all required to meet rigorous research-grade standards for military and defense applications. These materials are essential for developing next-generation energy storage systems with enhanced safety, performance, and thermal resilience under extreme conditions. The procurement is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, mandating participation exclusively from small businesses with fewer than 500 employees, consistent with SBIR/STTR program directives aimed at fostering innovation within the small business sector. The NAICS code 325188 indicates the focus on chemical manufacturing, specifically for specialty inorganic chemicals used in high-performance battery technologies. The solicitation was posted on June 24, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 8, 2026, emphasizing the urgency and time-sensitive nature of the project. The awarding agency is the Defense Logistics Agency under the U.S. Department of Defense, reflecting the strategic importance of secure, domestic supply chains for advanced battery components. While no specific point of contact or physical location for performance is provided, the materials must align with DoD requirements for reliability and purity, and the effort is positioned within the broader SBIR/STTR framework to accelerate commercialization of cutting-edge battery technologies with dual-use potential. Participation requires strict adherence to small business eligibility criteria and the ability to deliver validated, scalable materials for immediate integration into defense-related prototyping efforts.