The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support MECH, is soliciting bids for the procurement of the TU44 seawater-activated battery, identified by the part number 6135-00-883-9024. This opportunity involves competitive procurement, and while drawings related to the battery are available, they are not provided on CD or in paper format. The seawater-activated battery is crucial for various defense applications, ensuring reliable power in maritime environments. Interested vendors can reach out to Alison Maine at alison.maine@navy.mil for further inquiries, as no paper copies of the solicitation will be distributed.