Long Haul Batteries Questions and Answers.pdf
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This document contains the questions and answers related to a federal contract opportunity for Long Haul Batteries. The key details are:
The total capacity required is 5,700 amp-hours, with no specific number of batteries listed. The batteries should meet the provided specifications, which include requirements for 24V, 86"x56"x28" dimensions, AGM chemistry, and 1,200 charge/discharge cycles at 80% depth of discharge. There are no special handling or storage instructions, and installation of the new batteries is not required. The solicitation number is FA480124Q0476, issued by the Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command. The batteries are needed as soon as possible, and the solar array integration specifications include a 60V DC voltage.
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1. Can you provide more details on the specific number of batteries, or the total capacity included in one lot? There is no specific number of batteries; The total capacity is 5700-amp hours.
2. Are there any specific performance criteria or preferred brands/models for these batteries? Please reference provided specifications
3. Are there any special handling or storage instructions for these batteries during delivery? No.
4. Should the proposal include test results or quality assurance documentation for the batteries? Preferably
5. Are you able to specify the voltage & dimensions? Total 24V, 86”wx56”hx28”d
6. Chemistry: Is there a preferred battery chemistry (e.g., lead-acid, lithium-ion, nickel-cadmium)? AGM
7. Dimensions and weight constraints: Are there any size or weight limitations for the battery system? No weigh constrain, 86”wx56”hx28”d
8. Cycle life: How many charge/discharge cycles are expected over the battery's lifetime? 1200 cycles at 80% @ 77°F
9. Discharge rate: What is the maximum discharge rate required? 0.5 to 1% max
10. Charging specifications: What are the charging “C” number requirements, especially considering the solar array integration? 1200 cycles at 80% @ 77°F
11. Maintenance requirements: What level of maintenance is feasible given the remote location? Minimum
12. Safety certifications: Are there any specific safety certifications required beyond ISO
9001:2000? No, there are not.
13. Monitoring and management: Are there any specific requirements for a battery management system? No, there are not.
14. Installation: Will installation of the new batteries as well as removal and disposal of the old batteries be required? No, it will not.
15. Disposal and environmental considerations: Are there any specific requirements for end-of-life disposal or environmental certifications? No, there is not.
16. Delivery timeline: When do they need the batteries delivered and installed? As soon as possible.
17. Existing Battery Make & Model being replaced: if like-for-like (brand name or equivalent) replacement is desired. Please reference provided specifications
18. Solar Array dc-voltage? 60V
19. Container dimensions? 10’lx8’hx8’d
20. Inverter specs? Schneider Electric, Xantrex XW4024 Hybrid Inverter/Charger
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