Supply of Lithium D-Cell Batteries for Underwater Telemetry Units

The contract requires the supply of high-capacity lithium D-cell batteries designed to power underwater telemetry units under continuous operation for a minimum of 200 days within temperature ranges of 0°C to 50°C. These batteries must function reliably while sealed within underwater housings, ensuring durability and performance in harsh aquatic environments without degradation or failure. The batteries are expected to meet stringent operational demands, maintaining consistent power output despite prolonged exposure to moisture, pressure, and fluctuating thermal conditions. This subcontract is issued by the Department of the Interior’s Mp-Regional Office and is classified under NAICS code 335911, which pertains to battery manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on June 26, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses set for July 6, 2026, at 17:00. The place of performance and point of contact details are not specified, and no set-aside provisions are indicated, meaning the contract is open to all qualified vendors regardless of business size or ownership status. All proposals must demonstrate proven capability to deliver batteries meeting the technical requirements for extended underwater telemetry applications.