Battery, Storage

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is procuring eight units of storage batteries (NSN 6140-01-055-0435WF) for F-16 aircraft inertial navigation systems. These nickel-cadmium batteries with aluminum cases provide switching of 28 volts emergency power and are subject to strict manufacturing and qualification requirements, including compliance with military standards MIL-STD 2073-1, MIL-STD 129, and MIL-STD 147, as well as adherence to Drawing 16VE013003 (Rev M) and Specification 16ZE013. Potential offerors must submit complete qualification packages demonstrating ISO 9001-2015 certification, conduct government-approved testing at an estimated cost of $5,760 within a 90-day period, and provide pre-award qualification articles for government evaluation. The original Request for Quotation issued January 21, 2026, has been cancelled and replaced with a Request for Proposal (SPRHA4-26-R-0226) effective February 10, 2026, with quotation submissions due by February 23, 2026, to contracting officer Michelle L. Parker at DLA Aviation-Ogden, Hill Air Force Base, Utah.

This procurement carries no small business set-aside designation and is classified as a Foreign Military Sales requirement with a DO: A1 defense priority rating. Three potential sources have been identified: Thermal Electronics, Inc. (Part No. ILI4000-101), Spencer Industries (Part No. 6000-010), and Aerospace Maintenance (Part No. ILI4000-101). The solicitation requests tiered quantity pricing for ranges of 1-2, 3-4, 5-10, 11-15, and 16+ units, with prices to remain firm for 90 days. The contract delivery deadline is December 31, 2027, with delivery on an F.O.B. Origin basis. Contractors must maintain supply chain traceability documentation for ten years and ensure Unique Identification (IUID) marking compliance, with performance of work expected at the manufacturers' facilities as identified in their respective CAGE codes.