PAD, HEAT TREATMENT

The contract pertains to the procurement of single-use instant heat pads, designated by NSN 6530-01-684-4258, with a unit of issue of 24 pads per case and a total quantity of two cases. These heat treatment pads are designed to activate at 112 degrees Fahrenheit (44 degrees Celsius) when exposed to a 75-degree Fahrenheit ambient environment, delivering immediate therapeutic heat without external power. The product must have a mandatory 24-month shelf life, with no more than three months elapsed between the manufacturer's date and delivery to the government. Labeling must comply with MMS1A standards, clearly showing the manufacturer date, expiration or retest date, contract number, and lot number. Packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and DLA RP001 requirements, including commercial sealed unit containers and palletization, while marking follows MMS No. 1, superseding MIL-STD-129 for medical items. The delivery is required at Perry Point, MD 21902 within 20 days of award, under a simplified acquisition process governed by FAR 52.213-4 with class deviations. The contract is subject to cybersecurity compliance via NIST SP 800-171, requiring an assessment to be posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) prior to award, and full compliance with DFARS clauses relating to safeguarding covered defense information. Hazardous material labeling must align with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, and any applicable safety data sheets must be submitted pre-award. All proposals must be submitted electronically via DIBBS by the deadline of May 18, 2026, and the contract type will be determined upon award. The acquisition is part of the Department of Defense’s Medical Supply Chain operations, with Tina Vu as the primary point of contact.