INDICATOR, STERILIZA

The product is a steam biological indicator designed for rapid and reliable monitoring of sterilization processes at 270°F and 275°F using gravity-displacement steam sterilizers. It features a self-contained design with a super rapid readout capability of just 50 seconds when used with the 3M Attest Auto-Reader 490, making it suitable for both qualification testing and routine monitoring. Storage should be maintained under normal room conditions between 49°F and 86°F, and it must not be stored near sterilants or other chemicals to ensure integrity. Each unit of issue is a box containing fifty indicators. The item is identified by NSN 6530-01-654-3553, with a purchase request for three boxes and a delivery requirement within five days of award. The solicitation is issued under contract number SPE2DH-26-T-5574, with a response deadline of August 4, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Defense’s Medical Supply Chain FSH through the DLA. Bidders must specify the source and part number supplied, and the acquisition is subject to applicable technical, quality, and packaging requirements as defined in the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. The contract includes provisions for removal of government identification from non-accepted supplies and applies covered defense information protocols. The place of performance is in Suffolk, Virginia, with Tina Vu listed as the primary point of contact.