APPLICATOR, POVIDONE

The contract solicitation SPE2DS-26-T-097C seeks the procurement of 500-unit packages of sterile, disposable povidone-iodine impregnated applicator swabs, each containing 1% titratable iodine antiseptic solution in a 5.5 by 1.75-inch packet with a 4-inch swabstick, delivered within 20 days after award to a destination in Pensacola, Florida. The item is identified by NSN 6510-01-170-1177 and is subject to strict packaging and marking standards, including compliance with Medical Marking Standard No. 1 (MMS NO. 1), which supersedes MIL-STD-129 for all medical commodities. Packaging must adhere to commercial specifications and MIL-STD-2073-1E for preservation and transport, ensuring safe delivery via common carrier at the lowest cost. All units must be individually sealed and enclosed in suitable shipping containers, with electronic invoicing exclusively required through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. Contractors must provide accurate Unique Entity ID and CAGE codes, disclose any use of covered defense telecommunications equipment, and affirm their small business status or socioeconomic classifications. The contract enforces cybersecurity compliance through NIST SP 800-171 controls, mandates reporting of cyber incidents, and prohibits the use of equipment from designated foreign entities. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination by government personnel under FAR 52.246-2, with adherence to hazardous materials labeling requirements under OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard. Contractor personnel must be informed of whistleblower rights and compliance with restrictions on compensation of former DoD officials. Offerors must submit proposals electronically via DIBBS by June 1, 2026, and include completed representations, certifications, and technical data uploaded to the DLA cFolders portal. No contract value is explicitly stated in the solicitation, and award will be based on compliance with technical, packaging, and regulatory requirements under simplified acquisition procedures.