The United States Marine Corps System Command awarded a Master Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for an Improved Battery System (IBS) targeting tactical and combat vehicles. The contract vehicle, active from August 2010 to February 2014, focuses on procuring High Energy Batteries (HEIBS) for Marine Corps vehicle systems. The primary objective appears to be supplying advanced battery technology specifically designed for military tactical and combat vehicle applications, ensuring reliable power sources for marine operational equipment.
The available task orders demonstrate a consistent focus on High Energy Battery procurement, with three identified delivery orders ranging from $192,000 to $630,000. These task orders were uniformly structured as firm fixed-price contracts without specific set-aside designations, indicating open competition. The delivery orders had relatively short completion timelines, typically between 6-12 months, suggesting rapid procurement cycles for critical battery systems. While specific prime contractors are not identified in the provided documentation, the task orders were consistently awarded under the master IDIQ vehicle, suggesting a pre-qualified vendor pool capable of meeting the Marine Corps' specialized battery requirements. The contracts were funded directly by the Marine Corps System Command, reflecting an internal procurement strategy for critical vehicle support infrastructure.