CANE, WALKING

The contract awarded to MIDLAND SCIENTIFIC INC under solicitation SPE2DS-26-T-239B is for the procurement of four walking canes, identified by NSN 6515014977933, with a total value of $34.88. The canes are specified as push-button, curved aluminum devices that adjust between 30 and 38 inches in height and support up to 300 pounds, classified as a Class I medical device under FDA Regulation 890.3075. Compliance with FDA requirements for registration, listing, labeling, and good manufacturing practices is mandatory, along with adherence to the Medical Marking Standard No. 1, which replaces MIL-STD-129, and all packaging and marking must conform to MIL-STD-2073-1E. Delivery is required within 20 days after receipt of order, under FOB Destination terms, with the final destination specified as Fort Bliss, Texas, 79918-0000. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, governed by FAR 52.246-2. The contract includes a comprehensive set of clauses addressing cybersecurity requirements under NIST SP 800-171, prohibition of hazardous materials including hexavalent chromium and toxic substances, export controls, electronic invoicing via Wide Area Workflow, and compliance with federal prohibitions on compulsory arbitration, human trafficking, and employment eligibility verification. The contractor must maintain active SAM registration and adhere to the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment. Payment must be submitted through WAWF with appropriate documentation depending on the type of line item, and all subcontracts are governed by standardized commercial services clauses. This acquisition is not a small business set-aside, utilizes automated award procedures, and incorporates HUBZone price evaluation preferences. All representations related to socioeconomic status and covered defense telecommunications equipment must be current in SAM, and the award is contingent upon the absence of suspension or debarment.