DLA26BZ03-NV013ActiveSBIR

Next-Generation Non-Lithium Battery Technology for Safe, Extreme-Environment, High-Performance Resilient Military Logistics and Field Operations

Name: Next-Generation Non-Lithium Battery Technology for Safe, Extreme-Environment, High-Performance Resilient Military Logistics and Field Operations
Creator: Department of Defense
Published: 2026-06-03T12:04:26.420881+00:00
Keywords: SBIR

Department of DefenseDLA

AI Overview

DLA seeks non-lithium battery technology to replace supply-chain-vulnerable lithium-ion alternatives in military field operations. The solution must deliver safer, more transportable power for extreme environments while meeting domestic sourcing requirements and core performance standards.

This summary is AI-generated from the official solicitation.

Key Details

Agency

Department of Defense

Funding Amount

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Release Date

June 3, 2026

Due Date

July 22, 2026

Official Description

DLA’s current battery portfolio, including the widely fielded BB-2590/U rechargeable battery (NSN: 6140-01-490-4316), relies heavily on lithium-ion chemistries with significant exposure to foreign (including Chinese-origin) supply chains. Section 154 of the FY2024 NDAA restricts DoD procurement from certain foreign sources beginning in October 2027, creating an urgent need for compliant alternatives.

Beyond supply chain risk, lithium-based batteries present operational challenges including haza...

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Change History

Q&A UpdatedJul 7, 2026 at 9:02 PM