APPLICATOR, DISPOSABLE

This contract is for the procurement of sterile, disposable cotton tip applicators measuring 16 inches, specifically designed for pap smear tests. The items are issued in packages of 500 units each, with a required shelf life of 36 months. To ensure product viability, no more than five months may have elapsed from the date of manufacture to the date of delivery to the government. The supplier must adhere to Medical Marking Standard No. 1 for all labeling, which must include the manufacturer date, expiration or retest date, and the contract or lot number. Packaging must be commercial grade, utilizing sealed unit containers and suitable exterior shipping containers to prevent damage during transit. Delivery is required within 20 days after receipt of the order, and bidders must specify the source and part number being supplied.