PLUG, EAR

The contract specifies the procurement of 50 pairs of non-linear, medium-sized, triple-flange ear plugs in olive green, each pair enclosed in a clear pillow case with a black beaded chain and equipped with a detachable cloth cord. The product delivers 24 dB NRR with the cap closed and 9 dB NRR with the cap open, and is issued as one box per unit of measure. All packaging must conform to commercial standards as defined in the procurement document, with each unit sealed in a protective container to prevent damage or breakage, and shipped in commercial exterior containers suitable for safe delivery via common carriers at the lowest possible cost. Marking must comply with Medical Marking Standard No. 1, which supersedes MIL-STD-129 for medical acquisitions, and all items must be labeled with the appropriate NSN and quantity according to DLA requirements. Delivery is required within 20 days after award to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, under FOB Destination terms, meaning the contractor assumes all costs and risks until arrival at the designated location. The solicitation, issued under SPE2DS-26-T-097L by the Department of Defense’s Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF, mandates strict adherence to federal acquisition regulations and defense-specific standards, including cybersecurity safeguards through clauses like 252.204-7012 and 252.240-7997, which require compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and safeguarding of covered defense information. The contract includes provisions for combating human trafficking, employment eligibility verification, sustainable product sourcing, hazardous material identification, and accelerated payments to small business subcontractors. Offerors must provide their UEI and CAGE code only if they supply covered defense telecommunications equipment or services. All submissions must be made electronically through the DIBBS portal by June 1, 2026, and invoicing is exclusively conducted through WAWF. Technical and quality compliance is governed by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, while packaging, preservation, and palletization follow ASTM D3951 and RP001 guidelines. Evaluation for award lacks stated criteria, leaving the selection process to be determined by the contracting officer based on technical acceptability and price, with no preference or set-aside type indicated.