Medical-Grade Packaging and Labeling Compliance

The contract requires the packaging and labeling of swab sticks in strict compliance with MMS No. 1 and MMS1A standards, ensuring all medical-grade requirements are met for quality, integrity, and traceability. Each unit must feature a durable, legible expiration date marking that remains intact throughout the product's lifecycle and under various environmental conditions. Packaging must adhere to DLA palletization specifications, including proper stacking, securing, and labeling to enable efficient handling, storage, and distribution within the Department of Defense supply chain. The work is to be performed at the designated place of performance in Groton, Connecticut, with a zip code of 06340-4905, and all outputs must be suitable for military medical use. This subcontract, under NAICS code 323111, was posted on August 9, 2026, with a response deadline of August 17, 2026, and is managed by the Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF under the Department of Defense. The contract demands full alignment with federal medical packaging regulations and logistical standards, emphasizing precision in labeling, durability of printed information, and compliance with military distribution protocols. All submissions must demonstrate proven capability to meet MMS specifications and DLA palletization requirements, ensuring seamless integration into existing defense medical inventory systems. Failure to comply with any technical or procedural criteria will result in disqualification.