CARTRIDGE, RESPIRATO

The contract solicitation SPE8E6-26-T-4119 calls for the procurement of respirator air filtering cartridges, identified by NSN 4240-01-342-2857 and part number 7000051851 from 3M Company, under the unit of issue Packing Group (PG), where one PG equals 60 cartridges. The requirement is for a total of 19 PGs split into two line items—12 PGs for delivery to San Diego and 7 PGs for Peoria—with delivery due within 20 days of award, FOB Origin. The cartridges must meet NIOSH approval TC-23C-1062 and are classified as a Type I item with a non-extendable shelf life of 60 months as per RS001. Strict packaging and marking compliance is mandated under MIL-STD-2073-1E for preservation and MIL-STD-129 for labeling, including special shelf-life marking code 32 per MIL-STD-129P, with palletization adhering to DLA’s RP001 packaging requirements. The use of plastics for wrapping or dunnage is to be avoided wherever possible, and all shipments must be traceable via freight, with parcel post strictly prohibited. Compliance with a broad array of regulatory and cybersecurity standards is required, including the prohibition of intentional mercury addition except in specific exempted applications as defined by NAVSEA 5100-003D, with portable fluorescence and instrumentation requiring shockproof containment. Cybersecurity obligations include CMMC Level 2 self-assessment and adherence to NIST SP 800-171 for safeguarding covered defense information, coupled with mandatory compliance with FAR 52.247-7023 for sea transportation and DFARS clauses governing hazardous material labeling, toxic substance control, and trafficking in persons. The contractor must ensure all documentation meets DLA’s Technical and Quality Requirements referenced via R or I numbers, and supply chains must avoid equipment or services from Communist Chinese Military Companies. Payment must be submitted via Wide Area WorkFlow, and acceptance occurs at destination after government inspection. All offerors must hold a valid Unique Entity ID and CAGE code, represent their small business status accurately, and affirm compliance with employment eligibility, equal opportunity, and whistleblower protection provisions. Delivery must be completed by August 7, 20