Sale of Scrap Lead Acid Batteries

Property to be sold:                      

Scrap Lead Acid Vehicle Batteries for Recycling

Proposal Deposit:                           

N/A

Property must be removed:       

Within 30 days of Sales Agreement effective date

Payment Due:                                  

Payment due prior to removal

SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY W912GY-26-Q-001S TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Sierra Army Depot has Scrap Lead Acid Vehicle Batteries for Recycling to be sold and removed from the facility.  Approximately 42,000 lbs. (1 truckload) to be removed within 30 days of the contract effective date. 

The batteries are made up of lead acid and weigh approximately 74 lbs. each.  It is determined that approximately 32 batteries make a pallet, and the pallet weight is approximately 46 lbs.  Each pallet, to include the batteries, will weigh approximately 2,414 lbs. 

Contractor shall be responsible for removal of the batteries 6 months after the initial removal, and the final weight 6 months thereafter regardless of the available weight.  If no batteries are available for removal at either of the 6-month marks, there will be no cost to the contractor or the Government.  Contractor shall agree to remove less than full truckloads, dependent on available weight to comply with California Code of Regulations for Hazardous Waste.

The contractor shall use a flat-bed type trailer/truck/van (an approved method of transportation) to safely and efficiently load the Batteries.  SIAD does possess equipment and can assist in the loading of the Batteries. Depot employees only to operate Government owned equipment.  Contractor is responsible for the securing of the load in the approved method of transportation.  Transporter shall use either a manifest or a bill of lading which fulfills the requirements of Title 13 California Code of Regulations section 1161, to record the shipment of spent lead-acid storage batteries to a person who stores batteries or who uses, reuses, recycles or reclaims the batteries or their components.  Contractor shall provide documentation to close this loop upon contract close-out.

Contractor is responsible for the handling and shipping requirements during transportation, as referenced in the California Code of Regulations, 22 CCR § 66266.81.  The contractor is responsible for complying with the law.  The Recycling Division shall oversee the loading of the batteries. Points of contact to be provided at the time of award. 

Proposals are to be submitted per pound on the following form: SF 114A-C (attached)

Proposals are due by 11am Pacific Standard Time on Thursday, 26 February 2026.  Proposals shall be submitted electronically via email to starla.a.roberts.civ@army.mil.  Questions shall be submitted to Starla Roberts via email no later than Thursday, 19 February 2026.

Financial Terms

1. Contractor shall pay all freight costs.
2. Contractor is responsible for all shipping losses.
3. The contractor shall provide payment in one of the accepted formats prior to removal.
4. Certified Check/Money order or Company check shall be made payable to US TREASURY.

This is an All or Nothing sale. You are cautioned to propose only if you are prepared to pay for and remove in accordance with the terms and conditions of this sale.  Batteries awarded to you as the high offeror are contractually yours and must be paid for and removed within the time period allowed in the contract terms.  Failure to do so shall subject you to paying a default fee and you will be barred from future Government sales.  The Government reserves the right to terminate this contract for any contractor default. The Government reserves the right to reject unacceptable proposals and reoffer the lots at a later time or during this sale.

Please see hours of available pick up:

REMOVAL HOURS

Material for removal at Sierra Army Depot will be accepted at the Sierra Army Depot Hazardous Waste Facility between 0730 and 1400 Monday-Thursday, except Federal holidays. Carriers arriving after 1400 hours will not be accepted until the following business day.

***Pick up will be at the Hazardous Waste Facility during the hours listed above.  Removals may be scheduled by contacting Starla Roberts at 571-588-9367 or starla.a.roberts.civ@army.mil at least 72 hours prior to date of removal.  A visitor’s pass is required to gain access on the depot (will be provided upon award).  Drivers must submit the form upon arrival at the Pass & ID Department.  Depot visitors must provide proof of insurance, vehicle registration and a valid driver’s license to the Pass & ID personnel.  A background check will be performed.