Vehicle batteries:032-1973-1; BATTERY; GROUP-34/78U; 12V; CCA-690; DUAL-TERM; CENTENNIAL; 78DT-8 and 2 more items

The California Department of Transportation awarded a contract (NON-IT Goods PO-242012600315) to Motive Energy LLC for the procurement of automotive batteries. The contract, valued at $275, was executed on October 20, 2025, with the same date designated as the completion date. The awarded items include a Group-34/78U 12V battery with 690 CCA and dual terminals (Centennial 78DT-8) priced at $139.64, and a Group-94R 12V battery with 800 CCA (Centennial 94R-7) priced at $105.73.

In addition to the battery purchases, the contract includes two California Battery Recycling Fees at $1.75 each, bringing the total transaction value to $275. The contract is classified as a Non-IT Goods procurement, indicating the acquisition of physical automotive components rather than information technology services. The Department of Transportation's selection of Motive Energy LLC suggests a strategic sourcing decision focused on obtaining specific battery specifications for their vehicle maintenance and operational requirements.