GAUZE, PACKING

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Medical Supply Chain issued solicitation SPE2DS-26-T-430Q for the procurement of packing gauze, identified by NSN 6510-01-695-5824. The requirement consists of two line items, each for a quantity of four units, totaling eight units of sterile, soft, white, 1-ply, 3 inch by 5 yard Z-folded gauze. This medical supply is designed for linear wound packing, basic bandaging, and as a backing for hemostatic agents, featuring an embedded X-ray detectable line and rugged, vacuum-sealed packaging. The product must have a shelf life of 60 months, with no more than nine months elapsed from the date of manufacture to the date of delivery. Quotations are due by September 21, 2026, under NAICS code 322291. Delivery is required within five days of the award, with a target date of September 16, 2026, to destinations including the USS Minnesota and General Dynamics Electric Boat. The contract is FOB Destination, with inspection and acceptance also occurring at the destination. Compliance with Medical Marking Standard No. 1 and DLA packaging requirements RP001 is mandatory. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing and adherence to the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment for domestic sourcing. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including those regarding cybersecurity safeguarding and the prohibition of covered defense telecommunications equipment.