Supply of Non-Rechargeable Military Battery (NSN 6135009857845)

The contract entails the supply of a single non-rechargeable PX1500 battery, identified by part number 003-360013R00 and National Stock Number 6135009857845, manufactured to meet the military performance specification MIL-PRF-32173. This battery is designated for delivery to the USS DELAWARE (SSN 791), a Virginia-class submarine, ensuring operational readiness with a component that adheres to stringent military standards for reliability and performance under demanding conditions. The item is being procured under a subcontract arrangement initiated by the Defense Logistics Agency on behalf of the Department of Defense, with the North American Industry Classification System code 335911 indicating it falls under battery manufacturing. Although the solicitation number and point of contact details are not provided, the contract posting date of July 20, 2026, suggests this is a forward-looking procurement, likely tied to planned maintenance or inventory replenishment cycles. The place of performance and office location fields are unspecified, implying fulfillment may occur through a centralized logistics channel rather than a direct site delivery. The contract’s UI link points to a DLA DIBBS record, signifying official tracking through the Department of Defense’s procurement system, and the nature of the item confirms its critical role in sustaining underwater vessel systems where conventional power sources are unsuitable.