60 Oceanographic Lithium Battery Packs

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), under the Department of Commerce, is seeking to procure 60 custom lithium battery packs specifically designed for PMEL GPS mooring buoys used in oceanographic applications. This solicitation falls under NAICS code 335910 for Battery Manufacturing and PSC category 6135 for Batteries, Nonrechargeable, indicating the specialized nature of these power systems for marine research equipment. The contract opportunity was posted on June 18, 2025, with a response deadline of June 30, 2025, providing potential contractors with a relatively short 12-day window to prepare and submit their proposals. The procurement focuses on delivering custom-engineered battery solutions that must meet the demanding requirements of oceanographic monitoring equipment operating in marine environments. The evaluation criteria and specific technical requirements are not detailed in this notice, but contractors will need to demonstrate capability in manufacturing specialized lithium battery systems for scientific instrumentation.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations, making it open to all qualified contractors regardless of size or socioeconomic status. The solicitation does not identify any incumbent contractors or provide specific budget ranges for the anticipated award value. The quantity requirement is clearly specified at 60 battery pack units, though the delivery timeline and performance schedule are not indicated in the available information. No specific place of performance is mentioned in the solicitation notice, though given NOAA's mission and the oceanographic nature of the equipment, the batteries will likely support scientific operations in various marine locations. The custom nature of these lithium battery packs suggests they must meet stringent specifications for durability, reliability, and performance in harsh oceanic conditions.