# DIBBS #SPE7L4-27-T-0481

DLA solicitation for six 31HD-T battery cells

**Posted:** October 22, 2026
**Respond By:** November 02, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7L4-27-T-0481
**NAICS:** 335911

The Defense Logistics Agency is soliciting six battery cells for delivery to National Guard destinations in Montana and Hawaii.
- **Government buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DLA Weapons Support, LSO Combat Vehicles and Armament; listed contact: Kristen Elliott.
- **OEMs and approved sources:** **East Penn Manufacturing Co.** and **Hippo Power, LLC** are listed as approved sources for part number **31HD-T**. East Penn Manufacturing Co. is the identified manufacturer; Hippo Power, LLC is also named as an approved source.
- **Products requested:** Two line items for CELL, BATTERY, NSN **6140-01-650-9817** (part number **31HD-T**):
  - 2 units for W8SJ MT ARNG FMS 6 in Billings, Montana; purchase request 7015793783.
  - 4 units for 0871 EN CO in Wailuku, Hawaii; purchase request 7015812428.
- **Notable requirements:** Batteries must have an 18-month, non-extendable Type I shelf life. Delivery is required within 20 days after award.

### Description

CELL, BATTERY (QTY: 4, NSN: 6140-01-650-9817, Purchase Request: 7015812428)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 04055, Part No: 31HD-T, Company: EAST PENN MANUFACTURING CO.
  - CAGE: 1QP52, Part No: 31HD-T, Company: HIPPO POWER, LLC
 
CELL, BATTERY (QTY: 2, NSN: 6140-01-650-9817, Purchase Request: 7015793783)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 04055, Part No: 31HD-T, Company: EAST PENN MANUFACTURING CO.
  - CAGE: 1QP52, Part No: 31HD-T, Company: HIPPO POWER, LLC
 

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