Manufacture of Medical Waste Boxes and Bags

The contract involves the production and supply of cardboard medical pathological waste boxes equipped with attached red biohazard bags and plastic ties. These boxes must meet stringent federal standards for both labeling and containment to ensure safe handling and disposal of medical waste. The contract is designated as a total small business set-aside under the SBA provisions, emphasizing the participation of small businesses in fulfilling this requirement. The work is set to be performed in Gaithersburg, with the National Institutes of Health, part of the Department of Health and Human Services, serving as the contracting agency. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 322220, which covers paper bag and coated and treated paper manufacturing, aligning with the nature of the products supplied. The subcontract focuses on ensuring compliance with regulatory safety guidelines while delivering quality packaging materials suited for medical waste management.