PLUG, EAR

The contract pertains to the procurement of 3 boxes of small, triple-flange, non-linear ear plugs, each box containing 50 pairs, identified by NSN 6515-01-632-4167. Each pair provides a Noise Reduction Rating of 24 dB with the cap closed and 12 dB with the cap open, features a detachable cloth cord, and is packed in a clear pillow case with a black beaded chain. The unit of issue is a box of 50 pairs, and deliveries must be made within 20 days of an as-directed order to Camp Pendleton, California, under FOB Destination terms. Packaging and marking must fully comply with MIL-STD-129 and the Medical Marking Standard No. 1, superseding MIL-STD-129 for medical items, and must adhere to DLA’s RP001 packaging requirements and ASTM D3951 unless overridden by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. All packaging must be sealed, commercial-grade, and labeled with the bidder name, manufacturer part number, item description, and other mandated data in legible, durable markings. Bar-coding per MIL-STD-129 is required. The solicitation, issued under SPE2DS-26-T-070L, is a simplified acquisition intended for small quantities, and although pricing details are not specified in the documents, payment will be processed electronically via WAWF. Contracting officers are to determine the type of contract, and the solicitation encourages participation from entities verified in SAM with current UEI and CAGE codes. Offerors must affirm compliance with cybersecurity requirements including NIST SP 800-171, safeguarding defense information, and reporting cyber incidents, and are bound by clauses prohibiting the use of covered telecommunications equipment and affirming whistleblower rights. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, with the Government responsible for final verification. All supplies must meet DLA’s technical and quality standards, and the contractor must ensure compliance with employment eligibility verification, equal opportunity, anti-trafficking, and sustainable product requirements. Government personnel must be provided access for compliance assessments, and all documentation must align with FAR and DFARS provisions as incorporated.