CONTROL SET, BLOOD CHEMISTRY

This contract is for the procurement of a blood chemistry control set designed for use with Piccolo Express analyzers. The item is a liquid general chemistry and lipid control combo kit consisting of one package containing 12 total vials, split evenly between high and low chemistry controls at 1 ml per vial. A critical requirement for this material is that it must be shipped and received frozen at -18 degrees Celsius or 0 degrees Fahrenheit. The supplier must adhere to strict quality and packaging standards, including Medical Marking Standard No. 1 and DLA packaging requirements. The product has a non-extendable shelf life of 12 months, and no more than one month may elapse between the date of manufacture and the date of delivery to the government. All labels must clearly state the contract number, lot number, and dates of manufacture and expiration. Delivery is required within 5 days after the order is received.