CUFF, SPHYGMOMANOMETER

The contract solicitation SPE2DS-26-T-285Z calls for the procurement of 6 boxes of disposable adult blood pressure cuffs, each box containing 20 units, under NSN 6515-01-701-8627 and manufacturer part number 570-0010-02 from ATHENA GTX INC. The item is a regulated medical device subject to FDA oversight, requiring the bidder to specify the exact source and part number being supplied. All units must be commercially packaged in sealed containers to prevent damage and be shipped in appropriate exterior containers ensuring safe and cost-effective delivery to Cannon AFB, NM, with FOB destination terms placing full transportation responsibility on the contractor. The delivery deadline is 20 days from the order placement, with an original required delivery date of July 31, 2026, and inspection and acceptance will occur at the point of delivery. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E and be palletized in accordance with DLA’s RP001 requirements, while all labeling and marking must strictly follow the Medical Marking Standard No. 1 (MMS NO. 1), which supersedes MIL-STD-129 for medical items, though MIL-STD-129 remains applicable only for radioactive materials. The contractor is required to submit hazard warning labels and Material Safety Data Sheets if applicable, and ocean shipments must use U.S.-flag vessels unless a waiver is obtained at least 45 days in advance. The contract incorporates numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses, including those addressing equal opportunity, trafficking in persons, employment eligibility, sustainable products, safeguarding of information systems, cybersecurity incident reporting, subcontracting, and prohibited acquisition of defense equipment from specified foreign entities. Offers must be submitted electronically through the DIBBS portal by August 4, 2026, and bidders must provide their Unique Entity Identifier and CAGE code, along with representations regarding small business status and compliance with the Buy American Act and other socioeconomic requirements. Payment is to be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow system, and the contract includes provisions for accelerated payments to small business subcontractors and unenforceability of unauthorized obligations. All supplies must meet the technical standards listed in the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, and failure to comply with any condition may result in rejection or non-acceptance.