PLUG, EAR

The contract pertains to the procurement of 4 boxes of large triple-flange brown ear plugs, each pair providing 24 dB NRR with the cap closed and 12 dB NRR with the cap open, including a detachable cloth cord and packaged in a clear pillow case with a black bead chain. The unit of issue is a box containing 50 pairs, with the NSN 6515-01-632-4185. Delivery is required to Camp Pendleton, California, 92055, within 20 days after order placement, under FOB destination terms. All items must be packaged commercially per the procurement document, with each unit sealed in a protective container and shipped in commercial exterior containers suitable for safe delivery at the lowest carrier rate, particularly when export packaging is necessary. Packaging must adhere to RP001 for palletization and ASTM D3951 unless superseded by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. Marking must strictly comply with Medical Marking Standard No. 1, which supersedes MIL-STD-129 for all medical acquisitions; copies of MMS No. 1 are available from DLA Troop Support or online. Barcoding is required in accordance with MMS No. 1, ensuring traceability through machine-readable symbols. The contract is issued under solicitation SPE2DS-26-T-070K, posted on May 13, 2026, with responses due by May 19, 2026, through the DIBBS system. The contracting office is the Department of Defense, Medical Supply Chain MD SURG FSF, and invoicing must be submitted electronically via WAWF. The contract type is to be determined by the contracting officer. Compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 is mandatory for safeguarding covered defense information, requiring implementation of all NIST SP 800-171 security controls, a self-assessment submitted to SPRS, and access to systems during potential DoD assessments. Contractors must also comply with hazard communication standards, providing MSDSs prior to award for any hazardous materials, and label items accordingly. U.S.-flag vessel use is required for ocean shipments unless a waiver is obtained 45 days in advance. Offerors must possess a current UEI and CAGE code in SAM, represent their size and socioeconomic status accurately, and disclose