Feedback Sought on Rechargeable Battery Performance Specification for MIL-PRF-32383/7A describing Small Tactical Universal Battery (STUB)
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- DLA-Aberdeen-26-027
- Agency
-
Land and Maritime
Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 335910 Battery Manufacturing
- PSC
- 6140 Batteries, Rechargeable
- Place of performance
- Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland 21005, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Logistics Agency-Aberdeen, on behalf of the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center, is soliciting feedback on an updated military performance specification for rechargeable sealed batteries designated as MIL-PRF-32383/7A, which describes the Small Tactical Universal Battery (STUB). This pre-solicitation notice is seeking industry comments to refine the specification before formal procurement activities commence. Interested parties must submit responses by March 12, 2026, and should include their company name, CAGE code, technical point of contact information, a completed questionnaire, and detailed comments on the draft specification. Comments must cite exact specification references, proposed changes, and the rationale for modifications, such as error correction, enhancement, or cost savings. Respondents seeking access to the Technical Data Package must submit their requests within seven days of the posting date (by February 24, 2026) and must possess an approved DD2345 certification and active status in the Defense Logistics Agency Joint Certification Program, along with a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement covering ITAR-controlled technical data.
This pre-solicitation carries no set-aside designation and does not identify a specific incumbent contractor or award value. The opportunity encompasses eight battery storage models (BB-2511A/U through BB-2524A/U) with associated National Stock Numbers ranging from 6140-01-733-5294 to 6140-01-733-1702, all currently assigned to CAGE code 59D18. Respondents must demonstrate past performance in manufacturing or supplying military rechargeable batteries, qualified engineering staff capable of comparable design and production complexity, expertise in obsolescence management, and the ability to meet U.S. Government delivery requirements and product stocking practices. The procurement falls under NAICS Category 335910 (Battery Manufacturing) and PSC Code 6140 (Batteries, Rechargeable), and companies should be prepared to address their supply chain dependencies and mitigation strategies for meeting delivery schedules.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
The Defense Logistics Agency-Aberdeen, on behalf of the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center (ILSC) – Supply Chain Management Directorate (SCMD) – Strategic Sourcing Directorate (SSD), intends to acquire feedback for the Rechargeable Battery Performance Specification for MIL-PRF-32383/7A describing the Small Tactical Universal Battery (STUB).
The Government is seeking comments on an updated slash sheet to the MIL-PRF-32383, General Performance Specification for Rechargeable Sealed Batteries. The base document is provided for reference only. The slash sheet for review is as follows: MIL-PRF-32383/7A, Performance Specification Sheet, Battery, Rechargeable, Sealed, Small Tactical Universal Battery (STUB), BB-251X/U and BB-252X/U.
The updated slash sheet pertains to the following NSNs:
NSN: 6140-01-733-5294
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2511A/U
NSN: 6140-01-733-6480
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2512A/U
NSN: 6140-01-733-5607
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2513A/U
NSN: 6140-01-733-5244
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY, STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2514A/U
NSN: 6140-01-733-6544
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2521A/U
NSN: 6140-01-733-4951
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2522A/U
NSN: 6140-01-733-5406
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2523A/U
NSN: 6140-01-733-1702
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2524A/U
Requested Response Information:
At a minimum the support information you submit should include, but is not limited to, the following types of documentation: Questionnaire, comments on the draft MIL-PRF-32383/7A.
In your response, please include your company name, CAGE code, and a technical point of contract with email address and telephone number.
Comments should cite:
-Exact specification reference (e.g. paragraph number, table number, etc.)
-Recommended change
-Reason for recommended change (e.g. error correction, enhancement, significant cost savings, etc.)
Notice, Response Due Date, and Points of Contact:
This is NOT a Request for Quote or Proposal. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this SSA or reimburse any costs associated with the preparation of responses to this SSA. This Sources sought announcement (SSA) is for planning and market research purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government.
All comments received will be taken into account but are considered non-binding. Failure to respond will not adversely affect an offeror’s ability to participate in future acquisitions.
All SSA responses should be emailed to the Points of Contact at the email addresses listed below. No phone inquiries will be accepted, either in response to this action or for information requests. All requests for information must be submitted via email to the Technical Point of Contact and the DLA Aberdeen Small Business Office.
Please submit responses by 3/12/2026
Technical Point of Contact: nathan.l.sharpes.civ@army.mil
Secondary Point of Contact: luis.a.beltran4.civ@army.mil
DLA Aberdeen Small Business: DLA.Land.and.Maritime.Small.Business.Office@dla.mil
Update #1 ·
The Defense Logistics Agency-Aberdeen, on behalf of the Army Integrated Logistics Supply Center (ILSC) – Supply Chain Management Directorate (SCMD) – Strategic Sourcing Directorate (SSD), intends to acquire feedback for the Rechargeable Battery Performance Specification for MIL-PRF-32383/7A describing the Small Tactical Universal Battery (STUB).
The Government is seeking comments on an updated slash sheet to the MIL-PRF-32383, General Performance Specification for Rechargeable Sealed Batteries. The base document is provided for reference only. The slash sheet for review is as follows: MIL-PRF-32383/7A, Performance Specification Sheet, Battery, Rechargeable, Sealed, Small Tactical Universal Battery (STUB), BB-251X/U and BB-252X/U.
The updated slash sheet pertains to the following NSNs:
NSN: 6140-01-733-5294
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2511A
CAGE: 59D18
NSN: 6140-01-733-6480
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2512A
CAGE: 59D18
NSN: 6140-01-733-5607
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2513A
CAGE: 59D18
NSN: 6140-01-733-5244
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY, STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2514A
CAGE: 59D18
NSN: 6140-01-733-6544
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2521A
CAGE: 59D18
NSN: 6140-01-733-4951
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2522A
CAGE: 59D18
NSN: 6140-01-733-5406
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2523A
CAGE: 59D18
NSN: 6140-01-733-1702
NOMENCLATURE: BATTERY,STORAGE
PART NUMBER: BB-2524A
CAGE: 59D18
Requested Response Information:
At a minimum the support information you submit should include, but is not limited to, the following types of documentation: Questionnaire, comments on the draft MIL-PRF-32383/7A.
In your response, please include your company name, CAGE code, and a technical point of contract with email address and telephone number.
Comments should cite:
-Exact specification reference (e.g. paragraph number, table number, etc.)
-Recommended change
-Reason for recommended change (e.g. error correction, enhancement, significant cost savings, etc.)
Notice, Response Due Date, and Points of Contact:
This is NOT a Request for Quote or Proposal. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this SSA or reimburse any costs associated with the preparation of responses to this SSA. This Sources sought announcement (SSA) is for planning and market research purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government.
All comments received will be taken into account but are considered non-binding. Failure to respond will not adversely affect an offeror’s ability to participate in future acquisitions.
All SSA responses should be emailed to the Points of Contact at the email addresses listed below. No phone inquiries will be accepted, either in response to this action or for information requests. All requests for information must be submitted via email to the Technical Point of Contact and the DLA Aberdeen Small Business Office.
Please submit responses by 3/12/2026
Technical Point of Contact: nathan.l.sharpes.civ@army.mil
Secondary Point of Contact: luis.a.beltran4.civ@army.mil
DLA Aberdeen Small Business: DLA.Land.and.Maritime.Small.Business.Office@dla.mil
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Contractor Questionnaire.docx | DOCX document | |
| Contractor Questionnaire.docx | DOCX document | |
| Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement DLA-Aberdeen-26-027.docx | DOCX document | |
| TDP RECEIPT INSTRUCTIONS DLA-Aberdeen-26-027.docx | DOCX document |
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