SBIR DLA26BZ03-NV013 (Defense Logistics Agency): Next-Generation Non-Lithium Battery Technology for Safe, Extreme-Environment, High-Performance Resilient Military Logistics and Field Operations
U.S. Department of Defense — Defense Logistics Agency
Who can apply
Small Business. Startup
About this opportunity
Defense Logistics Agency SBIR topic — under DoW SBIR 2026 BAA (Solicitation 26.BZ, Release 3) — Accepting submissions 2026-06-24 to 2026-07-22. Objective: Develop and demonstrate a non-lithium battery cell and/or prototype battery pack capable of supporting BB-2590/U-class applications, with emphasis on safety, transportability, and domestic manufacturability, while achieving mission-relevant performance thresholds . 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 ur...