PLUG, EAR

The contract pertains to the procurement of olive green, non-linear, size medium, triple-flange ear plugs, identified by NSN 6515-01-632-4179, with each unit consisting of 50 pairs. Each pair provides a noise reduction rating of 24 dB with the cap closed and 9 dB with the cap open, and includes a detachable cloth cord packed in a clear pillow case with a black beaded chain. The item is regulated by the FDA and must meet the specifications of Moldex-Metric, Inc. (CAGE 0FA00, P/N 6498) or Cardinal Health 200, LLC (CAGE 07TA6, P/N MOL6498). All units must be packaged commercially per the procurement document, ensuring protection from damage or breakage in sealed unit containers with suitable commercial shipping containers for safe delivery by common carriers, at the lowest cost, to the destination in Dayton, Ohio, 45431-0000. Packaging and marking must comply with Medical Marking Standard No. 1, which supersedes MIL-STD-129, and palletization must adhere to DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement (RP001). The solicitation, issued under SPE2DS-26-T-090P, calls for two boxes totaling 100 pairs, with a delivery requirement of 20 days after contract award. FOB terms are destination, and inspection and acceptance occur at the point of delivery under FAR 52.246-2. The contract incorporates technical and quality requirements from the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, and offers must comply with the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment, with a $150,000 threshold requiring disclosure of non-domestic materials. The resulting award will be subject to DPAS priority rating, and the contractor must be registered in the System for Award Management, maintain compliance with SAM requirements, and utilize the Wide Area Workflow system for invoicing and receiving reports. Cybersecurity obligations are mandated under FAR 52.204-7012, and the contractor must adhere to all applicable clauses governing whistleblower rights, disclosures, labor standards, trafficking prevention, and safety reporting. The contract may be subject to automated award consideration with preference extended to HUBZone concerns, and suppliers must ensure all representations and certifications are current in SAM.