PREDNISONE TABLETS,

This contract covers the procurement of Prednisone Tablets, USP, 5 mg, in unit dose packaging of 100 tablets per container, for delivery to Fort Bragg within 20 days. The packaging and packing requirements specify commercial-grade sealed unit containers that protect the product from damage and are compliant with the Medical Marking Standard No. 1 for labeling, superseding previous military standards. Exterior shipping containers must ensure safe and cost-effective delivery by common carrier to the destination, with strict adherence to quality and technical standards outlined in the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) master list. The product must maintain a shelf life of 36 months, non-extendable, and is regulated by the FDA, requiring registration, labeling, and good manufacturing practices, though it is not classed as a device requiring a 510(k). The solicitation references specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs) and part numbers for recognized manufacturers, including Roxane, Ivax, Watson, Goldline Laboratories, and Schein Pharmaceuticals. The contract calls for no variance in quantity, delivery FOB destination, and inspection and acceptance to occur at the destination point. Administrative and contact details are provided for contract oversight, with the Department of Defense Medical Supply Chain Pharmacy FSA as the ordering agency. This contract ensures compliance with both packaging and regulatory standards essential for medical acquisitions within the federal supply system.