APRON, X-RAY PROTECTIVE

The contract solicitation SPE2DS-26-T-272F, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense, seeks the procurement of two X-ray protective aprons with NSN 6532-00-935-9765, intended for delivery to Fort Bliss, Texas, with a required delivery window of 10 calendar days after award. The solicitation, posted on July 26, 2026, and closing on August 3, 2026, is administered through the DIBBS portal and governed under FAR and DFARS provisions that establish strict compliance requirements for packaging, labeling, transportation, and hazardous material handling. Packaging must adhere to ASTM D3951 and DLA’s RP001 standards, with labeling conforming to MIL-STD-129 for general items or Medical Marking Standard No. 1 for medical acquisitions, including detailed markings for unit of issue, quantity, and government-contracted data. Radioactive materials, if included, must be labeled with isotope, activity, and manufacturer information per MIL-STD-129, and hazardous substances require compliance with 29 CFR 1910.1200 and submission of Safety Data Sheets prior to award. Transportation is mandated to occur via U.S.-flag vessels, with foreign-flag use requiring a formal waiver submitted 45 days in advance and documentation of ocean bills of lading submitted within 30 days of shipment. The inspection and acceptance point is at the destination, with the government responsible for verifying compliance with all technical and safety standards upon receipt. Contract administration is conducted via WAWF, and financial accountability is tied to contract-specific DoDAACs, TAS, and ACRN codes to be determined at award. The contract enforces comprehensive compliance with federal regulations, including cybersecurity safeguards through DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST SP 800-171, mandatory employment eligibility verification, equal opportunity for workers with disabilities, and prohibitions against trafficking in persons and use of hexavalent chromium. Subcontractors must adhere to all special requirements, and flow-down clauses are required regardless of subcontract value. The acquisition is tied to the NAICS code 423450 and incorporates representations for small business status, UEI and CAGE code disclosures, and potential joint venture participation. While the exact contract type remains unspecified pending insertion by the