CELL, BATTERY

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime is seeking information on potential sources for the manufacture of a cell, battery, with the National Stock Number (NSN) 6140-015218584. The agency is currently approved to procure this item from MarathonNorco Aerospace, Inc. However, they are looking for other companies that may be able to manufacture this item. Companies interested in being reviewed and qualified as an "Approved Source" can submit an application package through the DLA Land and Maritime Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. • The SAR package must contain all technical data needed to demonstrate that the prospective contractor can competently manufacture the product to the same level of quality or better than the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). • The onus is on the contractor to document and demonstrate their product is equal to, or better, than the currently approved item which DLA Land and Maritime is procuring. • Further information on the SAR program can be found on the DLA Land Maritime web page.