Battnet program BAA award to 6K , for development of single crystal NMC721 via unimelt for defense lithium-ION batteries technical proposal
Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- SP470126C0010
- Awardee
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6K Inc. UEI JQDMCXKLP6X9
- Awarding agency
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Troop Support
Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $1,957,853
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $1,957,853.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 93% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- NAICS code
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition · 1 offer Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- North Andover, MA 01845, USA
- Legislative mandates
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- Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify) FAR subpart 22.18
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Funding Only Action | $1,044,853 | |
| Original award | $913,000 |
About this award
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support has awarded a $1.96 million firm fixed-price definitive contract to 6K Inc. under the BATTNET Program Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for the development of single crystal NMC721 cathode material via the company's UniMelt plasma system technology. The contract, awarded on November 24, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of November 23, 2026, supports the advancement of lithium-ion battery technology for defense applications. 6K Inc., a self-certified small disadvantaged business specializing in advanced materials and additive manufacturing, will perform the work at its facility in North Andover, Massachusetts. This award carries no set-aside designation.
This contract represents a continuation of DLA's investment in 6K's innovative materials development capabilities, building on the company's prior SBIR portfolio with the agency that included Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III awards totaling approximately $11.6 million. The BATTNET program focuses on developing superior battery materials and manufacturing processes to strengthen the defense industrial base's battery supply chain. The NMC721 single crystal cathode material developed under this contract is critical for next-generation energy-dense lithium-ion batteries required for military applications, aligning with broader Department of Defense priorities for advanced energy storage solutions.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract SP470126C0010?
SP470126C0010 was awarded to 6K Inc. by Troop Support (Defense Logistics Agency) on November 24, 2025.
How much is contract SP470126C0010 worth?
The government has obligated $1,957,853 on SP470126C0010.
Was contract SP470126C0010 competed?
The extent of competition for SP470126C0010 was full and open competition. The government received 1 offer.
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