MATTRESS, LITTER

The mattress, litter, known as the Warrior Evacuation Litter Pad (WELP), is a specialized medical evacuation component designed for military aviation use, specifically meeting the stringent standards of the U.S. Air Force Air Mobility Command. Measuring 72 by 23 by 2 inches and weighing no more than 10.5 pounds, it features a non-skid, low shear, low friction, non-reflective, conductive surface that enhances patient stability and reduces skin injury risks such as shear trauma and decubitus ulcers. The pad includes two pressure relief vents at opposing sides, ultrasonically welded seams, and impermeable materials resistant to fluids, dust, and sand, ensuring durability in harsh environments. It has been rigorously tested for airworthiness, including passage through high altitude chambers up to 15,000 feet and rapid decompression to 45,000 feet, while complying with Federal Aviation Regulations for flammability. The product is not intended for flotation or immersion in liquids and is not regulated by the FDA. This item is procured under solicitation SPE2DH-26-T-5047 with a unit of issue of each and a total quantity of two units required for delivery within 20 days of award to APO 96218. The NSN is 6530-01-548-0262 and the purchase request number is 7017415555. Bidders must provide the source and part number of the supplied item and comply with DLA packaging, technical, and quality requirements referenced in the DLA Master List, with revisions dictated by the solicitation or award date depending on acquisition size. Government identification must be removed from non-accepted supplies, and covered defense information provisions apply. The contract is administered by the Department of Defense’s Medical Supply Chain FSH with Tina Vu as the point of contact, and responses are due by July 15, 2026.