6135-00-883-9024 TU44

The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) is procuring seawater-activated battery assemblies (NSN 6135-00-883-9024-TU44) for the MK46 lightweight torpedo system under full and open competition. This solicitation (N0010425RK068) designates the batteries as critical safety items and requires offerors to submit electronically by May 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Evaluation will be conducted on a best-value basis, prioritizing past performance (quality, timeliness of delivery, and small business utilization) as substantially more important than price, with small business participation commitment also considered as an evaluation factor. Key contract requirements include first article testing with 32 samples, periodic production lot testing with samples of 6 from each lot, and adherence to cybersecurity requirements including CMMC Level 2 C3PAO certification. Proposals must be submitted in four volumes covering introductory documentation with representations and certifications, past performance examples, small business participation commitment, and pricing, with proposals remaining valid for 120 days.

The procurement is a full and open competition with no set-aside designation, modified from its original small business set-aside status through Amendment 0005. The base requirement consists of 263 units with an option for an additional 133 percent of the base quantity (approximately 87 additional units, totaling approximately 350 units if the option is exercised). The contract will be awarded as a firm fixed-price agreement with FOB origin delivery to NUWC Division Keyport in Washington, requiring 240 calendar days from the lead time event date for production delivery. All deliverable units must include unique item identification marking per DFARS 252.211-7003, and contractors must submit various Contract Data Requirements List items including test procedures, test reports, failure analysis reports, monthly progress reports, and certificates of compliance. The contracting officer is Connor Fry (connor.b.fry.civ@us.navy.mil, 771-229-0440).