BRACE, WRIST AND FOREARM

The contract specifies the procurement of a wrist and forearm brace designed to provide comprehensive support and protection for the thumb and wrist, addressing conditions such as arthritis, tendinitis, sprains, strains, skier’s thumb, gamekeeper’s thumb, wrist instabilities, and post-surgical recovery. The brace is sized for large right-hand use with a circumference range of 9 3/8 inches to 9 inches, constructed from perforated neoprene with a terrycloth liner, featuring antimicrobial properties and being free from natural rubber latex. It is marketed as Comfort Cool for enhanced wearability. The item is identified by NSN 6515-01-699-6445 and manufacturer part number NC91267 from North Coast Medical, Inc., with a unit of issue of each and a total quantity of two units required. The device is regulated by the FDA, requiring confirmation via EBS referral prior to award. Packaging and marking must strictly adhere to Medical Marking Standard No. 1, which supersedes MIL-STD-129, with each unit sealed in a protective container and shipped in commercial exterior containers suitable for safe delivery via common carrier at the lowest rate to the specified destination. Palletization must follow DLA Packaging Requirements, and all materials must be marked in compliance with MMS No. 1. Delivery is required FOB destination within 84 days of contract award, with zero tolerance for quantity variance. The delivery point is APO AE 09227-0000, with a shipping address in Kaiserslautern, Germany. The original required delivery date is July 23, 2026, and solicitations must specify the source and part number being supplied. All medical acquisition packaging guidelines apply, and the procurement is governed by DLA’s technical and quality requirements referenced in the Master List, with the applicable revision determined by the solicitation or award date.