Packaging, Marking, and Shelf-Life Management

The contract requires the design and production of specialized packaging for medical kits that meet stringent military and regulatory standards, with an emphasis on long-shelf-life durability and environmental compliance. Key elements include integrated moisture control to protect sensitive medical contents, tamper-evident features to ensure product integrity, and permanent barcode labeling for traceability and inventory management. All packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-129 marking requirements for uniform identification and logistics handling across defense supply chains. The work is to be performed at a designated location in Hampton, Virginia, with a focus on precision, reliability, and compliance throughout the manufacturing process. This is a subcontract opportunity under the Department of Defense’s Medical Supply Chain, with the NAICS code 326199 indicating it pertains to other plastic product manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026, and responses are due by July 28, 2026, offering a short window for qualified vendors to submit proposals. There is no set-aside classification specified, making it open to all eligible subcontractors. The packaging solution must be fully compliant with federal and military specifications to support the deployment and storage of medical kits in varied operational environments.