Medical Device Manufacturing – Ear Wick Production

The contract requires the manufacture of sterile, latex-free, non-adherent ear wicks specifically designed for otolaryngology applications, fully compliant with NSN 6510017249619 standards. These medical devices must be compressed for ease of handling, highly absorbent to effectively manage drainage, low-lint to minimize contamination risks, and clinically safe for direct patient use in sensitive ear canal environments. The production must adhere to stringent quality and sterility controls expected for medical devices used in surgical and post-operative care. The solicitation was posted on July 27, 2026, with responses due by August 3, 2026, and is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 325620 for Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing. Performance is to be carried out at a military post office address in FPO with ZIP code 96694, indicating potential deployment or logistical distribution through U.S. Department of Defense channels. The awarding agency is the Medical Supply Chain under the Department of Defense, suggesting this procurement supports military medical operations and necessitates strict adherence to federal supply chain protocols for defense-related medical devices.