MIL-STD-130 Unique Item Identification (UII) Marking Services

The contract requires the application of permanent, machine-readable Data Matrix symbols to defense items in compliance with MIL-STD-130 for Unique Item Identification, ensuring each item is uniquely traceable throughout its lifecycle. This includes precise data encoding according to government specifications and rigorous verification processes to confirm symbol quality and data accuracy. The work must be performed at the designated place of performance in Bremerton, Washington, with all marking activities adhering strictly to military standards for durability, legibility, and environmental resistance. This is a subcontract classified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under SBA guidelines, restricted exclusively to small businesses as defined by the NAICS code 811212. The opportunity was posted on May 4, 2026, with a tight response deadline of May 5, 2026, at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. The contracting entity is DLA Maritime - Puget Sound, operating under the Department of Defense, and the requirement is focused solely on the marking and identification service, with no additional procurement or logistics responsibilities implied.