PLUG, EAR

Solicitation SPE2DS-26-T-490R is a request for quotations issued by the DLA Troop Support Medical Supply Chain for the procurement of Sonic Defender ear plugs. The required items are nude-colored, size large, and manufactured from medical-grade polymer. The government is seeking a total quantity of two boxes, with each unit of issue consisting of 25 pairs. This device is regulated by the FDA, and the delivery is required within 20 days after order to the ARNG Maneuver Training Center at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas, under FOB Destination terms. The contractor must adhere to strict commercial packaging and marking requirements, specifically following Medical Marking Standard No. 1, which supersedes MIL-STD-129. Labels must include the NSN, manufacturer and CAGE code, date of manufacture, expiration or retest date, and the contract or lot number. All containers must be marked with the lot number and the date of manufacture prefixed by MFD. Invoicing and payment must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including requirements for safeguarding covered defense information, combating trafficking in persons, and compliance with the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program.