PHMSA is seeking innovative solutions that are mass-deployable across a wide range of end-of-life battery conditions. While the scope includes batteries with intact and accessible terminal connections, the agency is also highly interested in solutions that can safely and effectively address batteries where terminals may be damaged, corroded, or otherwise inaccessible.

The specific technical approach, whether dependent on terminal access or utilizing terminal-independent methods, is at the discretion of the offeror. However, proposals should clearly demonstrate how the chosen method supports the overarching goals of increasing safety during the end-of-life phase and facilitating the efficient recovery of materials.