Bid guide
How to bid on Nonrechargeable Battery Packs for the Defense Logistics Agency
What the agency is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) plans to buy nonrechargeable battery packs, specifically NSN 6135-014612915. This will be a firm-fixed-price, indefinite delivery contract, with an estimated annual demand of 525 units. The contract will have a base period of three years and two one-year option years, for a potential total of five years.
This is a small business set-aside opportunity, meaning only small businesses can bid. The items are subject to the Buy American Act. Deliveries will be to various DLA stocking locations both within and outside the continental United States.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation is expected to be issued around July 16, 2026. The response deadline is estimated to be on or around August 06, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. This is a Request for Information (RFI) at this stage, not a formal solicitation.
When the formal solicitation is issued, offers will be due by the deadline. The final award decision will be based on a combination of Price, Past Performance, and Proposed Delivery. The contracting officer may use online reverse auctioning for price discussions, where proposed prices will be publicly disclosed anonymously.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that can supply nonrechargeable battery packs, specifically NSN 6135-014612915. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 335910, with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
The acquisition is currently restricted to ACR ELECTRONICS, INC. (18560) P/N: 452-0133 as the only approved source. However, all responsible sources may submit an offer or quote for consideration.
How to respond
To access the forthcoming solicitation, you will need to go to the DLA Bid website. Hard copies of the solicitation will not be available; it will only be accessible via the World Wide Web.
You may need a free account to view documents on the portal, though for many bids, this is not required.
Tips for a competitive response
Since price, past performance, and proposed delivery are key evaluation factors, ensure your offer clearly addresses all three. Provide strong evidence of your past performance on similar contracts, highlighting successful deliveries and client satisfaction.
Prepare for potential online reverse auctioning by having a clear pricing strategy. Understand your minimum acceptable price and be ready to adjust your bid during the auction. Ensure your proposed delivery schedule is realistic and meets the agency's needs.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Defense Logistics Agency; the original posting controls.