NEEDLE, HYPODERMIC

This contract specifies the procurement of sterile, individually sealed 18 gauge hypodermic needles designed for removing particulate matter from intravenous medication. The needles feature a 1.5-inch Luer connection and a specialized 5-micron cup-shaped filter made of corrosion-resistant sintered steel with a nylon mesh support. The design includes a sharp bevel point at the distal end and an alternative non-coring point with a side opening on the cannula. All items must be packaged in suitable commercial containers to prevent damage and must adhere to Medical Marking Standard No. 1 for all labeling requirements. The items are issued in packages of 100 and must have a total shelf life of 60 months. To ensure product freshness, no more than nine months may elapse between the date of manufacture and the date of delivery to the government. Labels are required to clearly display the manufacturer date, expiration or retest date, and the contract or lot number. Bidders are required to specify the source and part number being supplied, and the contract incorporates specific technical and quality requirements as outlined in the DLA master list.