PAD, POST-SURGICAL-O

The contract solicitation SPE2DS-26-T-030V seeks the procurement of post-surgical obstetrical absorbent pads designated as PAD, POST-SURGICAL-O, with specifications including a 13-inch length, 3-inch width, extra absorbency, a plastic barrier, and adhesive strips. Each unit consists of 168 pads packaged in 12 plastic bags, with each bag containing 14 individually wrapped pads, and the unit of issue is specified as a package of 168. The NSN for this item is 6510-01-293-5596, and the required delivery is for a quantity of 2 packages, with a delivery deadline of 20 days after order placement, targeting a final delivery date of May 1, 2026, to Hill AFB, Utah, at FOB destination terms. All medical supplies must be packaged and marked in strict accordance with Medical Marking Standard No. 1, which supersedes MIL-STD-129, and must comply with DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement (RP001), ensuring protection against damage and safe transportation at the lowest freight rate. Commercial packaging standards such as ASTM D3951 are referenced, but DLA technical requirements take precedence. Compliance with federal acquisition regulations and defense-specific clauses is mandatory, including adherence to FAR 52.216-1 for contract type, which is left open for the contracting officer to specify, and the application of multiple DFARS clauses addressing cybersecurity, information safeguarding, whistleblower rights, and prohibited telecommunications equipment. Contractors must comply with NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity controls and report any cyber incidents under 252.204-7012. All invoicing must be submitted through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), and no alternative invoice systems are permitted. Offerors must provide a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE code if claiming small business or socioeconomic status, including WOSB, SDVOSB, or HUBZone categories, and must disclose any use of covered defense telecommunications equipment. Technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List at RA001, and hazardous materials must be labeled per OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard. The solicitation follows a simplified acquisition process likely awarded on a low-price, technically acceptable basis, with submissions required electronically via DIBBS by