Charger, battery

Defense Logistics Agency Aviation seeks a new manufacturer for battery chargers (NSN 6130-01-697-8205, model 1MXA1 BFS24), with proposals due July 6. The procurement is unrestricted and includes DPAS A1 rating.

The charger provides direct current power to operate emergency fuel shutoff valves in left engine, right engine, and APU systems on aircraft. Current required quantity is 3 each, with delivery required by November 9, 2027, to DLA Distribution Depot Oklahoma at Tinker Air Force Base. The Government is open to alternative quantity ranges (1–2 each or 3–5 each) if the contractor demonstrates better pricing at those break points per FAR 52.207-4. Offerors must hold prices firm for 120 days; early or partial delivery is acceptable at no additional cost.

The charger is manufactured from aluminum. All manufacturing sources must be approved per 14 CFR Part 21, and the part is subject to FAA certification procedures. Shipping terms are F.O.B. Origin with inspection and acceptance at Origin. Wooden packaging materials must be constructed from debarked wood and heat-treated at 56 degrees Centigrade for a minimum of 30 minutes, with ALSC certification per ISPM No. 15. All packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1 and MIL-STD-129 Revision R. Vendors must contact DCMA Transportation through the SIR eTool System prior to shipment. Compliance requirements include small business certifications, Buy American provisions, whistleblower protections, supply chain security, and restrictions on covered telecommunications equipment. The contracting officer is Andre Hallmon at (405) 555-5555. NAICS code is 336413, Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing; PSC is 6130, Converters, Electrical, Nonrotating.