SAM #6973GH-26-RFI-PSBRIV

FAA Market Survey for Nationwide Battery System Replacement and Services

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking vendor capabilities for a large-scale battery system replacement and maintenance program supporting backup power at National Air Space (NAS) facilities nationwide. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Power Services Group (PSG) - U.S. Department of Transportation - NAS Facilities - Products Requested: - Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) battery systems and accessories - Multiple battery types: Valve Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA), Vented Lead Acid (VLA), Lead Calcium Flooded Cell (FCB), Nickel-Cadmium (NiCad) - Battery strings, single batteries, racks (front-facing and top terminal), spill containment kits, and accessories - Automated Battery Monitors (ABM), Real-Time Interface & Conversion Items (RICI), Building Ventilation Modification (BVM) equipment - Specific battery models/part numbers include: HR3500ET, HR5500ET, Enersys 12XE1110-F-FR, UPS12-150MR, MS Endure II AT-23P, C&D TEL12-210F, GNB Absolyte GP 50G05, ACEPS DDm 50-13 - Support equipment: battery lifts, load banks, DC clamp meters, disconnect enclosures, spill response kits, eyewash stations - Services Requested: - Delivery, installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of battery systems - Battery recycling and hazardous waste disposal - Warranty processing and technical support (including OEM engineering and operational assistance) - Site surveys, seismic and structural reports, installation drawings - Building ventilation design and installation - Program management, storage, charging, and travel support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with FAA, OSHA, EPA, IEEE, and NFPA standards - Batteries must meet specific design life (20 years for FCB, 10 years for VRLA), voltage, and safety features - Seismic anchoring and spill containment required - ABM commissioning and maintenance for real-time battery monitoring - Support for approximately 2,500 NAS facilities across the U.S. and territories - No specific OEMs are named, but referenced part numbers and battery types suggest major manufacturers such as Enersys, C&D Technologies, GNB Industrial Power, and Marathon Battery.

Description

INTRODUCTION

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)'s Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Power Services Group (PSG) is conducting a Market Survey to ascertain current market conditions and vendor capabilities for a follow-on requirement for supply, replacement, and repair of battery systems at FAA National Air Space (NAS) facilities located in the United States and its territories.

BACKGROUND

The FAA’s PSG requires Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) battery systems and services to support NAS facility backup power requirements. The battery systems, equipment, and accessories must consist of COTS/Non-Developmental Items (NDI) conforming to requirements as described or as noted Attachment J.02, Battery System Equipment Characteristics.

A Draft SOW and Draft specification are attached to this market survey outlining requirements with significantly more detail. Vendors are strongly encouraged to review the attachments for the best understanding of the FAA's requirements. The requirement is anticipated to be a five (5) year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract, consisting of a one (1) year base period and four (4) one-year option periods. The anticipated period of performance is subject to change at the FAA’s discretion.

CAPABILITY STATEMENT:

In order to make the best determination, the FAA requires interested vendors to fill out Appendix A, Capability Form

NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (NAICS) CODE

The Principal North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) size standard code for this requirement is 335911, with a size standard of 1,250 employees. If you believe that another NAICS code is more appropriate to the work specified in this market survey, include supporting justification with your alternate NAICS code. Suggestion of an alternate NAICS code does not require that the work be set aside or solicited under that alternative code.

NATURE OF COMPETITION

This Market Survey is conducted, in part,  to determine whether adequate competition exists to set aside the competition among qualified small businesses, as certified by the Small Business Administration (SBA), that meet the applicable size standards for this procurement as specified above. With that said, this Market Survey is intended to seek information from interested vendors of all sizes and types. The acquisition strategy and the nature of this procurement has yet to be determined. The FAA may decide to do an unrestricted competition or a full or partial set-aside.

GENERAL

In accordance with FAA Acquisition Management System (AMS) Policy 3.2.1.2.1 Market Analysis - this announcement is to conduct a Market Survey for the purpose of soliciting statements of interest and capabilities from potential vendors. This Market Survey announcement is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) of any kind. This survey is for informational and planning purposes only. No solicitation exists currently; the FAA is not seeking or accepting unsolicited proposals. This notice should not be construed as a commitment of any type by the Government to take or not to take any action. Since this is a Market Survey, no evaluation letters or results will be issued to respondents. The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred by vendors in responding to this notice. The responses to this Market Survey will be used for information purposes only and will not be released, except as required under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA); proprietary information that is appropriately marked will be protected in accordance with the FOIA. Responses will not be returned. This announcement does not guarantee that a solicitation or procurement of any kind will be issued, and this announcement will not be construed as a commitment by the Government to enter into a contract. If a solicitation is issued, it will be announced on the https://sam.gov website. It is the prospective Offeror's responsibility to monitor this site for the release of any such solicitation.

QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS

Submit any questions or comments, which must be limited to aspects of this announcement that affect the preparation of the Market Survey, by email to joseph.w.stewart@faa.gov no later than 4:00PM CST on September 15, 2026.

SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MARKET SURVEY

Please include the following in your response to this Market Survey:

Capability Statement Form (See Appendix A), not to exceed sixty (60) pages, with 12-point Times New Roman font); Name and Address of Company, Point of Contact (name, title, telephone number, and email address); Number of years in business; Large or Small Business Designation and Business size status: i.e. 8(a) Certified, Large Business, Small Business, SDB, SDVOSB, etc; Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code; and Unique Entity ID

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Email your response to Joseph Stewart, joseph.w.stewart@faa.gov, no later than 4:00PM CST on September 25, 2026. Responses received after this deadline will not be considered. The electronic submission should be in either Microsoft Word format or Portable Document Format (PDF). Respondents are encouraged to review the Draft SOW and J attachments. This Market Survey and attachments are available at https://sam.gov.

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