SOLE SOURCE EAST PENN FORKLIFT BATTERY

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound (FLCPS) issued solicitation N0040626Q0159 for the procurement of one East Penn Manufacturing high shock battery, IST6H51 model number 18-G75-27 EE. This requirement is classified under NAICS 335910 Battery Manufacturing and PSC 6140 BATTERIES, RECHARGEABLE. The place of performance is San Diego, CA, and the opportunity has a set-aside of NONE, with the explanation NONE.

The government intends to award this contract on a sole-source basis to East Penn Manufacturing Co. because the batteries are components of forklift trucks onboard MSC vessels and are designated as Critical Safety Items. Due to this status, only the Original Equipment Manufacturer may provide the equipment. While this is a sole-source notice, the government will consider statements of interest and capability from other companies to determine whether a competitive procurement is appropriate. Evaluation of offers will include price reasonableness and past performance as part of the responsibility determination.

Responses are due by May 22, 2026, with an anticipated award date in May 2026. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Nicole Eygnor. Documentation associated with this notice includes one attachment, Solicitation - N0040626Q0159.pdf, posted on May 19, 2026.